Lionel Messi becomes new owner of CD Eldense
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has officially acquired CD Eldense, a club competing in Spain's second division.
Lionel Messi is embarking on a new chapter in Spanish football, though this time from the boardroom. CD Eldense, a club currently competing in the Spanish second division, has officially announced that the Argentine star has acquired the entity, becoming its new owner.
The project is built on a long-term vision intended to drive the club's sporting, institutional, and social growth. Founded in 1921, the institution aims to consolidate its position in professional football while strengthening its internal structures and maintaining its deep-rooted history.
Despite the official announcement, the operation is not yet fully finalized. The transaction remains subject to the necessary authorization from the High Council for Sports (CSD) in accordance with the Spanish Sports Law.
Once this procedural stage is completed, the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player will formally begin his tenure as owner, seeking to blend the club's traditional identity with a new strategy for professional development.