Annual Salary: €18.00M
Current Club: Inter Miami
League: MLS
Position: Forward
Market Value: €20.00M
Contract Expires: December 31, 2028
About Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Inter Miami and captains the Argentina national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest football players of all time, Messi has won multiple Ballon d’Or awards, domestic league titles and international trophies throughout his career.
After legendary spells with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, Messi joined Inter Miami in 2023. His arrival transformed both the club and Major League Soccer, increasing global interest, attendance figures and commercial revenues across the league.
Salary and Earnings
Lionel Messi earns an estimated annual salary of €18.00 million in guaranteed compensation with Inter Miami. His total annual income is significantly higher due to sponsorship agreements, commercial partnerships and revenue-sharing arrangements linked to MLS and media rights.
Messi remains one of the highest-earning athletes in the world and the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer.
Market Value
Lionel Messi’s estimated market value is €20.00 million. Although he is in the later stages of his career, his sporting influence, leadership, commercial appeal and global fanbase continue to make him one of football’s most valuable figures.
Messi has won virtually every major trophy available in world football, including the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, Copa América and numerous domestic league championships. His impact extends far beyond the pitch, making him one of the most influential athletes in sports history.