Lionel Messi is among the pantheon of the greatest players in history, and his notable net worth and earnings over the years reflect the unparalleled success of his career.
Over almost two decades as a professional athlete, Messi has represented Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and now Inter Miami.
In its latest rankings published last year, Forbes positioned the Argentine international as the second highest-paid athlete in the world, behind his arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo, a testament to the success of both players on the field.
Ronaldo was the highest-ranked global superstar in 2023 with total earnings of $136 million, compared to Messi’s estimated $130 million.
Beyond the field, Messi has ventured into the business world with his own clothing line and has a career-long partnership with adidas.
Here, The Jugo Mobile delves into the details of his salary, career earnings and the intricacies of his contract with Inter Miami.
Lionel Messi Net Worth and Earnings
According to data from Forbes, Messi collected an astronomical figure of $65 million in on-field earnings during the 2023 cycle, surpassing almost all other footballers in the world.
His annual salary with Inter Miami alone amounts to an impressive $20,446,667, as reported by the AP. That translates to approximately $393,000 per week or $56,000 per day for his participation in the Major League Soccer club.
Notably, those figures exclude any additional earnings from his signing bonus and team equity, which could potentially amass a staggering $150 million over a 2.5-year span, according to Sportico.
Additionally, his move to the US reportedly came with lucrative incentives from MLS partners Adidas and Apple TV. As a result, it is estimated that his total income is around $200 million.
His net worth is reportedly estimated at around $600 million, according to Forbes.
The MLS agreement to bring Messi to Inter Miami is WILD ? @brfutbol
You could earn a portion of Apple’s MLS Season Pass revenue AND get a portion of Adidas’ profits after you arrive.
Wow.
(h/t @ElAthletic) pic.twitter.com/tIucmKrSXX
– Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 7, 2023
Lionel Messi’s salary and contract at Inter Miami
At the time Messi signed in Miami, details about the contract were not made public. However, Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas shed light on the terms in an exclusive conversation with a select group of journalists.
Messi’s contract is valid until the end of the 2025 MLS season, but there is an option to renew it for one more year. Miami will compensate Messi between 50 and 60 million dollars annually.
As The Athletic reported and Mas confirmed, Apple and adidas, possibly accompanied by Fanatics, are bringing additional benefits to the deal.
Apple offers a portion of the revenue from MLS Season Pass subscriptions. At the same time, Adidas has apparently worked out a profit-sharing agreement, which entitles Messi to receive a portion of the profits resulting from his move.
