Lionel Messi, the legendary Argentine footballer, has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to become the majority shareholder of C.D. Eldense, a club competing in Spain’s second-division league, known as La Liga SmartBank. According to the club, a deal has been struck with Messi to acquire the shares currently owned by Grupo TH Soluciones, a Colombian investment firm. If finalized, this would make Messi the club’s largest shareholder. However, the transaction is still pending legal and contractual procedures, including a due diligence review and approval from the Spanish National Sports Council (CSD), which oversees football governance in Spain. Messi, who currently plays for Major League Soccer (MLS) club Inter Miami, recently retired from international football after Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. He already owns UE Cornella, a fifth-tier club in Catalonia, which he purchased in April. Eldense, based in the coastal city of Alicante, currently sits at the bottom of the second division and recently parted ways with its head coach, Claudio Barragan. The club was acquired by Grupo TH Soluciones in October 2023 and has worked its way up to the second tier after years in regional leagues. According to reports, Messi is expected to buy 100% of the shares owned by Grupo TH Soluciones, effectively taking full control of the club. While the club has not set a specific date for the completion of the deal, Spanish media suggest the transaction could be finalized in the coming days. This move aligns with Messi’s ongoing club career in the United States, where he continues to play for Inter Miami after stepping away from international competition. The acquisition marks another significant step in Messi’s post-retirement career, expanding his influence beyond the pitch. While details of his involvement with Eldense remain unclear, the deal highlights his growing interest in football management and ownership. If completed, it would represent a major shift in the club’s future and could bring increased attention and resources to a team currently struggling in the second division.