In an emotional message following the passing of his father, Lionel Messi expressed his uncertainty about how long he will play football.
Jorge Messi’s father passed away last week at the age of 68 after a protracted illness.
Since he was 14 years old, Jorge had been the Argentina forward’s agent and had seen him grow into one of the best athletes in history.Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi posted on social media, “I don’t know what I’m going to do without you.
“I can’t figure out how to proceed. I used to only play football, but I’m not sure whether I’ll continue to do it for very long.You were at my side from the start. We had almost reached the finish line.
Lionel Messi Questions Football Future After Father's Death
In an emotional message following the passing of his father, Lionel Messi expressed his uncertainty about how long he will play football.
Jorge Messi’s father passed away last week at the age of 68 after a protracted illness.
Since he was 14 years old, Jorge had been the Argentina forward’s agent and had seen him grow into one of the best athletes in history.
Eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi posted on social media, “I don’t know what I’m going to do without you.
“I can’t figure out how to proceed. I used to only play football, but I’m not sure whether I’ll continue to do it for very long.You were at my side from the start. We had almost reached the finish line.
Mom insisted that you would recover and be well enough to travel even tho it was the first time you wouldn’t be attending a competition.
I kept assuring you that we would advance to the final so you could join us.I would wait for your message every time a game finished, but I would miss it. At that point, I realized how dire things were.
Nevertheless, I kept thinking about going as far as I could to offer you more time to watch a game.
We advanced to the final, but you were unable to attend.In order to show you a new prize and deliver it to you, I wanted to win.
Messi's Career and His Father's Role
When Messi was signed by Barcelona in February 2001 at the age of 13, his family moved to Spain. His father stayed with him, but his mother and three siblings quickly returned to Rosario.
The attacker scored a record 672 goals for Barcelona in 778 appearances, helping the team win La Liga ten times and the Champions League four times.
After joining Paris St-Germain in August 2021 and signing a Major League Soccer deal that would last until 2028, he joined Inter Miami in July 2023.
He has given Argentina 46 assists and 125 goals in 207 international appearances.
Ronaldo and Beckham Offer Condolences to Messi
“I’m going to miss you so much, but you’ll always be with me, especially in raising my children, because I teach and raise them just as you both did with me.
“Thank you for everything. May you rest in peace and keep an eye on us from above like you did below.Dad, I adore you.”
Cristiano Ronaldo, a Portuguese international, wrote a note to his fellow striker after Messi’s heartfelt homage.Leo, a big hug to you and yours during these trying times. Lots of strength,” the 41-year-old said.
Beckham, a former England international and co-owner of Inter Miami, declared, “We are with you and your family, Leo, always.”
