Eldense announced on Tuesday that Argentina forward Lionel Messi has reached a "preliminary agreement" to acquire a majority stake in the Spanish second‑division club.
Agreement status
The club said the arrangement would make Messi the majority shareholder, describing the pact as preliminary. Eldense did not provide further details on the terms of the deal in its announcement.
Club background
Eldense currently compete in Spain's second tier. The move, if completed, would place one of world football's most prominent figures in an ownership role at a professional club in Spain's lower division.
Next steps and context
By calling the deal preliminary, Eldense indicated the agreement is not yet final and could be subject to approvals or additional formalities before completion. The club statement did not outline a timetable for when the purchase might be concluded or any immediate operational changes.