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According to a report from Marca, Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to acquire Spanish Segunda División club CD Eldense. The deal, if finalized, would see Messi become the sole owner of the club, holding 100% of its shares with no third-party involvement. This acquisition is part of Messi's broader strategy to leverage his personal influence in football into commercial investments in Spain, following his earlier purchase of Catalan third-tier club UE Cornella earlier this year. Eldense, based in Elda, Alicante Province, was recently promoted to the second division. The club is currently owned by an international investment group led by businessman Juan Carlos Trujillo, who bought it in October 2025. Messi's bid reportedly outpaces other interest, including a rumored €12 million offer from Argentine Ricardo Pini. The deal is subject to final legal procedures, due diligence, and approval from Spain's Supreme Sports Council. On the pitch, Eldense recently fired coach Claudio Barragan after a poor start to the season, with only 2 points from four matches.
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Source: Marca
Hupu Football Information — September 9
According to a report from Marca, Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has reached a principle agreement to acquire Spanish second division side Eldense. If the acquisition is finalized, Messi will use the club to establish a commercial foothold in Spanish professional football and strengthen his presence in the country's football industry.
This follows Messi's earlier acquisition of Catalan third division club UE Cornella earlier this year. Under the proposed deal, Messi would hold 100% of the club's shares, with no third-party involvement.
Business Strategy
Messi's move is driven by his ambition to convert his personal influence in football into tangible investment. The target club, Eldense, has just been promoted to the Spanish second division. Its headquarters are located in Erda, Alicante province — not far from Catalonia, where Messi plans to settle after ending his playing career at Inter Miami.
Deal Details
- Messi has reached an in-principle purchase agreement with Eldense's current owners.
- He will become the largest shareholder of the Alicante-based club.
- The deal is expected to be formalized in the coming days, pending:
- Completion of final legal and contractual procedures (including due diligence)
- Necessary approvals from Spain's Supreme Sports Council
Club Background
- Eldense was previously acquired by an international investment group led by businessman Juan Carlos Trujillo, who purchased the club from Pascual Perez in October 2025.
- In recent months, there were rumors that Argentinian Ricardo Pini was interested in buying the club for approximately €12 million.
- Messi's name has now emerged as a surprise contender in the acquisition process.
Competitive Situation
- Eldense recently fired coach Claudio Barragan on Monday — the first managerial dismissal in La Liga this season.
- The team has only 2 points from four league rounds.
- A new coach has not yet been appointed.
Source: Marca
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