Carolina Holguin's Message to Lionel Messi After Eldense Ownership Change

Outgoing Eldense President Appeals to Lionel Messi Following Club Takeover

Carolina Holguin, who recently stepped down as president of Eldense, has made a heartfelt request to new owner Lionel Messi. After the Argentine star completed his acquisition of the Spanish second-division club, Holguin urged him to honor the team's century-long legacy and inspire the local community.

Transition Marks New Era at Estadio Municipal Nuevo Pepico Amat

Holguin’s presidency ended after Messi finalized his takeover. Since purchasing shares from Pascual Perez in October 2025, she played a key role in Eldense’s return to La Liga, while also advancing the women’s squad and youth academy. She encouraged fans to warmly welcome Messi from day one.

Peaceful Handover With High Hopes

In an official farewell statement, Holguin expressed pride in passing leadership to one of football’s greatest icons. She said, "For me, being able to hand over the reins of this club to him today is an enormous source of pride and, above all, gives me the peace of mind of knowing that I leave it in the best hands."She added a direct plea: "Take care of it, respect what it means to its people and, above all, bring big dreams to Elda."

Presidency Marked by Tough Decisions and Optimism for the Future

Holguin’s term involved navigating difficult challenges and making some unpopular moves to ensure Eldense’s financial stability. Reflecting on that time, she acknowledged the complexity but remains hopeful about the future under Messi’s ownership. She described him as the greatest living legend in world soccer and expressed confidence in the club’s potential for greatness ahead.

Eldense Faces Crucial Match Against Eibar

With new leadership in place, Eldense now turns focus back to their performance on the field. They are preparing to host Eibar this weekend, sitting 16th in the Segunda Division after collecting five points from five games. A win at home is essential to move away from danger and start this fresh chapter positively.

• Match: Eldense vs Eibar
• Date: 19 September 2026
• Time: 19:30

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