Lionel Messi has bought his own football club as he prepares for life after football
The iconic Argentine is contracted to MLS outfit Inter Miami until 2028.
Messi, 38, is making steps to keep himself in football after he leaves the American club.
The Barcelona legend has invested in Spanish lower league side UE Cornella.
Messi will have full control of the club after reportedly buying a 100 per cent stake.
Cornella is based in Catalonia, and the club’s stadium is just five miles from the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s old stomping ground, the Camp Nou.
Messi’s acquisition of the club was confirmed by an official statement.
It read: “UE Cornella announces that Argentinian footballer and eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Leo Messi has formalised the acquisition of the club, becoming the new owner of the Baix Llobregat institution.
“This move reinforces Messi’s close ties to Barcelona and his commitment to the development of sport and local talent in Catalonia
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