Lionel Messi acquires majority stake in Spanish club Eldense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:09 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Lionel Messi has become the majority shareholder of Eldense, a Spanish second-division club, as of October 2, 2026. This marks his second investment in a soccer club, previously owning a stake in UE Cornellà. Eldense's acquisition follows Messi’s recent ownership changes in the club's structure and requires approval from Spain’s National Sports Council. Established in 1921 and located in Alicante, Eldense is Messi's first investment in a fully professional team in Spain, reflecting his intentions for a post-playing career in sports management.
- •Messi acquires majority stake in Eldense on October 2, 2026.
- •Eldense confirmed the agreement for ownership transfer.
- •Approval from Spain’s National Sports Council is pending.
- •This is Messi's second investment after UE Cornellà.
- •Eldense is a fully professional team in Spain.
- 2:09 PMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi becomes majority owner of Spanish club Eldense
"Lionel Messi has become the majority shareholder at Eldense, a Spanish second-division club, marking his second investment in a team.
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