Barcelona officially issued an announcement on August 8 to mourn the death of Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, Barcelona's legendary former player, who passed away today.

Barcelona Official Announcement

The President and Board of Directors of FC Barcelona express their deepest condolences on the passing of Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, and extend their sympathies to the Messi family on behalf of the entire Barcelona family.

FC Barcelona thanks Jorge Messi for his unwavering support and dedication to the club, and for entrusting us with the formative years and greatest moments of his son Leo's football career.

May he rest in peace.

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