Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has added club owner to his legacy, completing the purchase of Spanish side UE Cornellà.

The club, currently playing in Spain’s fifth tier, confirmed the deal, bringing one of football’s biggest names into its future. For Messi, it’s a move that keeps him closely linked to Catalonia, where he rose to global fame with FC Barcelona.

Now with Inter Miami, the 38 year old continues to expand his influence. Cornella may be a small club with a 1,500 seat stadium, but it has produced talents like David Raya and Jordi Alba.

The move also mirrors a growing trend, with rivals like Cristiano Ronaldo recently investing 25 percent in Spanish football  team Almeria.. For Messi, this latest step hints at a future still deeply rooted in the game, even as his playing career winds down.