Why Lionel Messi Bought His Noisy Neighbor’s House in Castelldefels


There’s quiet strength in Lionel Messi’s character—on and off the pitch. And in 2013, while dazzling the football world at FC Barcelona, he faced an entirely different kind of challenge: noisy neighbors.

In Castelldefels, the peaceful town near Barcelona where Messi lived, things took a loud turn when his neighbors began renting out their home to tourists. 

What started as casual visitors quickly became a revolving door of loud music, late-night parties, and groups of eager fans hoping to catch a glimpse of the Argentine superstar. For a man known for his humility and quiet family life, this disruption was anything but welcome.

Messi, always composed, initially tried to resolve it legally. He attempted to build a dividing wall between the properties to reduce the noise. Unfortunately, local building regulations shut down the plan. 

With his family's well-being on the line and privacy disappearing fast, Leo made a bold, unspoken statement: he bought the entire house next door.

Reportedly spending around $3 million, Messi purchased the property—not out of extravagance, but out of a genuine desire to restore calm to his home life. It wasn’t about wealth or status—it was about peace.

Former teammate Ivan Rakitic once joked:

“When Leo bought his house in Castelldefels, his neighbours were noisy, so he had to buy their house just to be alone with his family. Luckily, I never had those problems.”

Beneath the global fame and record-breaking accolades, Leo is still a man who cherishes simple joys: family dinners, peaceful evenings, and a quiet place to call home.

Simon Kelechi

is a passionate FC Barcelona fan, with a deep love for the beautiful game. Upbarca was born out of my desire to share the latest FC Barcelona news, updates, and insights with fellow fans around the world. Thank you for visiting Upbarca, and I hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoy writing!
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