Messi's Family Releases Official Statement on Father's Condition

Lionel Messi's family released an official statement on Thursday, confirming reports regarding the deteriorating health of his father, Jorge Messi. The statement also called for respect amidst numerous speculations that emerged in recent hours concerning the Argentine footballer's father.

Through a message circulated by their inner circle, the family confirmed that 68-year-old Jorge Messi is currently experiencing a “health situation.” However, they offered a reassuring message, stating he is under medical supervision and his recovery is progressing favorably. “He is currently under medical supervision, recovering, and progressing favorably within his condition,” the statement read.

The family also took the opportunity to express their displeasure with certain information recently published. The text lamented the emergence of rumors and unverified accounts regarding a matter they consider strictly private: “We wish to express our deep dissatisfaction with the lack of sensitivity, respect, and scruples with which some individuals have treated a strictly personal and family situation,” the message stated.

Furthermore, Messi's entourage wished to clarify that only the closest relatives possess accurate information regarding Jorge Messi's current condition. For this reason, they urged caution when considering any information not originating from official sources.

“The family wishes to clarify that only his closest relatives have real and accurate information about Jorge's condition. Therefore, any version, statement, or information not originating from the family itself and its respective channels should not be considered valid or credible,” the statement added.

The message concluded with a call for responsibility and humanity concerning a person's health, as well as gratitude for the numerous expressions of support received during these days.

“We sincerely thank you for the expressions of affection, respect, and concern we have received, and we ask that Jorge's and his entire family's privacy, confidentiality, and personal space be maintained during this process,” the family stated.

Leo's Tears

The statement also sheds light on one of the most impactful moments from Argentina's World Cup debut. After scoring the first of his three goals in a hat-trick, Leo Messi was seen crying on the field.

In the mixed zone after the match, the Argentine captain himself explained that these tears had nothing to do with football: “The reason is completely outside of sports; I've been through some difficult, complicated days,” he admitted at the press conference, without elaborating further.

Now, following the family's announcement regarding Jorge Messi's health, the emotional burden carried by the Rosario-born player in the days leading up to the World Cup's start becomes more understandable.

Jorge, a Key Figure

Jorge Messi has been a fundamental figure throughout Leo Messi's career. Beyond being his father, for decades he has been a key element in the professional management of the Argentine national team captain and one of the main interlocutors for his son's clubs during the star's various stints at Barça, PSG, and Inter Miami.

For now, the family has not provided further details about the nature of the medical situation and assured that any significant news will be communicated through their official channels.