Lionel Messi completes the purchase of CD Eldense
According to BBC Sport, Lionel Messi has completed his purchase of Spanish second division club CD Eldense, a deal that is subject to regulatory approval. This marks Messi's second investment in a Spanish club after buying Cornella in April, with Eldense describing the acquisition as the start of a new chapter in the club's history. Messi, an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, had previously reached a preliminary agreement in September to become Eldense's majority shareholder, a process now complete.
Key facts
- 01CD Eldense are 19th in the 22-team Spanish second division with one win and five points from their opening seven games.
- 02Messi previously bought Catalan side Cornella in April.
- 03Messi reached a preliminary agreement to become CD Eldense's majority shareholder in September, with the process now complete.
- 04CD Eldense announced the acquisition on their website.
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- Messi completes purchase of second Spanish club · BBC Sport