Lionel Messi acquires majority stake in Spanish club CD Eldense

Lionel Messi finalized the purchase of a controlling interest in CD Eldense, a club competing in Spain's Segunda Division, subject to approval from football authorities. The acquisition involved acquiring all shares previously owned by a Colombian investment group, making Messi the majority owner. Eldense posted a statement on its official site, celebrating the change in ownership as a significant milestone for the club, which dates back to 1921.

Messi, now playing for Inter Miami, joins his earlier purchase of UE Cornella earlier this year, marking his second majority stake in a Spanish side. The club currently sits 19th in the league table after four defeats in seven matches and is seeking the new investment to boost its chances of staying up. The announcement signals a high-profile involvement of a global star in lower-tier European football.