The family did not specify the illness Jorge Messi is suffering from.
The Messi family said in a statement:
Jorge is going through a health situation.
The statement added:
He is currently under medical observation, recovering and progressing favourably within his current condition.
After Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in the team's opening World Cup match, Lionel Messi said he was going through a difficult personal situation. He did not elaborate.
The family said:
At times like these, we ask for responsibility, prudence and humanity. A person's health and the peace of mind of their loved ones should not be the subject of speculation or irresponsible media interest.
The family said any further developments would be communicated by them.
