Bragarnik gives advice to Messi on Eldense purchase

Elche owner Bragarnik discussed his experience acquiring the club and shared advice with Messi about joining nearby Eldense.

Christian Bragarnik, the Argentine owner of Elche, gave an interview on TyC Sports discussing the state of the club when he acquired it in December 2019—describing massive debts, unpaid suppliers and players, and a crumbling stadium. He explained his priority was restoring the Martínez Valero before investing in players. Bragarnik also revealed he has a good relationship with Lionel Messi and shared his experience with him when Messi was considering joining Eldense, a club located just 30 kilometres away.