Jorge Messi, father and agent of Lionel Messi, dies in Argentina at 68
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Jorge Messi, the father and longtime agent of soccer star Lionel Messi, has died in Argentina at the age of 68. He passed away on Saturday at a hospital in Rosario, his death being announced by the Rosario-based Club Atlético Newell’s Old Boys in a social media post.
Throughout his life, Jorge Messi played a pivotal role in his son's career as both a father and representative. His passing comes after he had reportedly dealt with health issues earlier in the year during the summer World Cup.
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CBS Sports (US)Highlights recent health struggles leading up to the death
WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) (US)Focuses on the official announcement by Newell’s Old Boys
WESH 2 (Orlando, US) (US)Emphasizes his role with Inter Miami CF
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