Lionel Messi Becomes Owner of Catalan Club Cornellà
Posted : 17 April 2026
Argentine icon Lionel Messi has officially taken ownership of Spanish lower-division side UE Cornellà, marking a new chapter in his career off the pitch.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, currently playing for Inter Miami CF, enjoyed a historic spell at FC Barcelona, where he won multiple domestic and European titles.
The acquisition strengthens his long-standing connection to Catalonia and reflects his interest in nurturing grassroots football and emerging talent in the region.