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La Liga 2
Lionel Messi is taking over a Spanish second division club. Why?
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Messi has acquired Spanish second-division club Eldense, potentially setting up a rivalry renewal with Ronaldo.
Lionel Messi has taken ownership of Eldense, a club competing in Spain's second division. The acquisition opens the possibility of renewed competition with Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays in Saudi Arabia. Details of the deal structure and Messi's involvement in day-to-day operations remain unclear from the snippet.
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UK timesReported2 reports from 2 outlets. First reported by The Athletic, 4 Oct.
- The Athletic
- Mundo Deportivo
- Messi assembles new Eldense management teamMundo Deportivo
- Lionel Messi is taking over a Spanish second division club. Why?The AthleticThis article
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