Summary
Lionel Messi has bought the Spanish football club UE Cornella, which plays in the fifth division. The club said Messi’s takeover starts a new chapter focusing on long-term goals and local roots.
Key Facts
- Lionel Messi now owns UE Cornella, a football club near Barcelona.
- UE Cornella plays in Spain’s fifth division and is based in a working-class area.
- The club announced the deal but did not share purchase details.
- The club’s statement highlighted plans for ambition, sustainability, and local connection.
- Cornella started in 1951 and helped develop players like David Raya and Jordi Alba.
- Jordi Alba, a former Barcelona player, also plays with Messi at Inter Miami.
- Messi played two decades at FC Barcelona, winning many awards and titles.
- Messi aims to play in the upcoming World Cup in North America with Argentina.
