Messi calls for 'humanity' as father receives treatment (opens original article in a new tab)

Lionel Messi and his family have asked the media for 'humanity' as his father, Jorge Messi, undergoes medical treatment for an undisclosed illness, urging against speculation about his health.

• Messi's father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness
• Messi's family requested media to show 'humanity' and avoid speculation about his father's health
• Messi's father played a key role in his career as an agent and manager