Lionel Messi Buys Fifth-Tier Spanish Football Club Cornella

Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, has become the new owner of Cornella. The 38-year-old, who spent the majority of his illustrious career with Barcelona, winning numerous titles including four Champions League trophies and 10 La Liga titles, is now playing in the United States for Inter Miami. His acquisition of Cornella, a club with a 1,500-capacity stadium that has produced talents like Arsenal keeper David Raya, highlights his continued involvement in European football.

Cornella stated that Messi's arrival signals a new era focused on both sporting and institutional growth, strengthening its foundations, and ongoing investment in talent. The project is guided by a long-term vision combining ambition, sustainability, and a strong connection to its local roots in Catalonia. This follows a trend of high-profile players investing in clubs, with Messi's former rival Cristiano Ronaldo also recently acquiring a stake in Spanish side Almeria.