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Messi Family Issues Statement on Jorge Messi's HealthThe Messi family has confirmed that Jorge Messi is under medical supervision and recovering favorably. They condemned rumors and speculation, urging respect for privacy and stating that only immediate family has accurate information./images/2026/06/messi-family-issues-statement-on-jorge-messi-s-health-3548613f-800w.webpMessi Family Issues Statement on Jorge Messi's Health

Messi Family Issues Statement on Jorge Messi's Health

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Lionel Messi's father Jorge Messi is recovering from a health issue, family says in official statement asking for privacy.

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The Messi family has confirmed that Jorge Messi is under medical supervision and recovering favorably. They condemned rumors and speculation, urging respect for privacy and stating that only immediate family has accurate information.

The Messi family has released an official statement regarding the health of Jorge Messi, father of football star Lionel Messi. The statement, issued on behalf of the family, confirms that Jorge Messi is currently experiencing a health situation and is under medical supervision.

According to the family, Jorge Messi is recovering and progressing favorably within the condition he is experiencing. The statement emphasizes that only Jorge’s immediate family possesses real and accurate information about his condition.

Family Condemns Speculation

The family expressed deep concern over what they described as a lack of sensitivity, respect, and discretion shown by some individuals in recent hours. They noted that reports, rumors, and speculation have circulated, treating a strictly private family matter irresponsibly.

“In light of the reports, rumors, and speculation that have circulated in recent hours, the family wishes to express its deep concern regarding the lack of sensitivity, respect, and discretion with which some individuals have treated a strictly private family matter,” the statement read.

Call for Responsibility and Privacy

The family urged the public and media to act with responsibility, prudence, and humanity. They stressed that a person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be subject to speculation or irresponsible media attention.

“At times like these, we ask for responsibility, prudence, and humanity. A person’s health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media attention,” the statement added.

The family clarified that any version, statement, or information not coming directly from the family and its official channels should not be considered valid or truthful. They thanked those who have shown expressions of affection, respect, and concern.

Privacy Request and Future Updates

The Messi family requested that Jorge’s privacy, confidentiality, and personal space—as well as that of his entire family—be respected throughout this process. They indicated that any relevant updates will be communicated in due course by the family through appropriate channels.

“We sincerely appreciate the expressions of affection, respect, and concern we have received, and we ask that Jorge’s privacy, confidentiality, and personal space—as well as that of his entire family—be respected throughout this process,” the statement concluded.

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