Messi finalizes Eldense takeover pending CSD approval

Leo Messi has moved to complete his takeover of CD Eldense, a club newly promoted to LaLiga Hypermotion, after MARCA reported that the operation was confirmed this Tuesday. However, the agreement is still subject to the authorization of Spain’s Consejo Superior de Deportes, which is the final step required for the transfer to be fully effective.

The move follows an earlier “principle agreement”: now, Messi makes the purchase in full ownership. As detailed by MARCA, the Argentine is buying 100% of the shares with no third-party involvement, strengthening his ties with Spanish football.

A sign of support

The article also highlights that the timing matters. Eldense recorded its first win since promotion last weekend, and Messi followed it from afar—reportedly even giving a like to the club’s Instagram post celebrating the one-goal win at El Molinón.

Coaching change and next steps

On the sporting side, the club’s immediate context includes a recent managerial shake-up. Claudio Barragán was dismissed a week ago, and Josep Ferrando took over on an interim basis for the match in Gijón. A new coach is now being sought, and MARCA notes that Javi Calleja is gaining strong interest.

Finally, while Messi’s club story advances, the international calendar is also in play: Argentina has announced his call-up for the friendly on October 6 against Benin at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires.