The Messi family breaks the silence on Jorge Messi’s health and issues an official statement after days of speculation

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June 18, 2026June 18, 2026By Mario Vásquez
The Messi family breaks the silence on Jorge Messi’s health and issues an official statement after days of speculation

Through their social networks, this Thursday, June 18, Lionel Messi’s family broke the silence in the face of the rumors that circulated in recent days about the state of health of Lionel Messi. Jorge Messi, father of the Argentine star and also his representative. In an official statement, he confirmed that he is going through a medical situation, but stressed that his evolution is favorable.

During the last few days, multiple versions and speculations raised alarm bells about Jorge Messi’s condition, which led the family to issue a clear and forceful message to stop misinformation and protect their privacy.

“The Messi family reports that Jorge is going through a health situation. He is currently under medical follow-up, recovering and evolving favorably within the condition he presents,” part of the statement states.

Likewise, they expressed their discomfort at the media’s treatment of the issue and described certain rumors spread without confirmation as irresponsible. “We want to express our deep discomfort at the lack of sensitivity, respect and scruples with which some people have treated a strictly private and family situation,” the family said.

In that sense, they made it clear that only the closest circle has access to accurate information, which is why they asked not to validate external versions. They also called for caution: “In times like this, we ask for responsibility, prudence and humanity.”

Finally, they thanked them for their support and asked for respect to go through this process in privacy. They indicated that any news will be communicated in a timely manner through the family’s official channels.

Meanwhile, they reiterated their gratitude for the messages of solidarity received and trusted in Jorge Messi’s speedy recovery, ensuring that any relevant news will be communicated in a timely manner by the family and the corresponding channels.

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