Lionel Messi is widely regarded as the greatest footballer to grace the sport. With this, he is one of the most famous individuals on the planet. He has eight Ballon d’Ors to his name and a World Cup title added to his list of accolades. The Argentine football legend is undeniably the most decorated man in the beautiful games.
As of now, Lionel Messi is playing for the MLS side Inter Miami. He signed with the club last year after a two-year stint at PSG. With his signing with David Beckham’s side, he has also brought a lot of eyeballs to the American League.
All the success on the pitch has come with an incredible fortune. Apart from his earnings on the field, Lionel Messi has earned a lot of money thanks to his various endorsements and businesses. That said, let’s take a look at his net worth.
What is Lionel Messi’s Net Worth?
Lionel Messi took home $65 million last year thanks to his salary at Inter Miami. Moreover, he earned an additional $65 million with endorsements. With a total of $130 million made in 2023, Messi was the third highest-paid athlete in the world last year on a list that was topped by his arch-nemesis Cristiano Ronaldo.
As a result, Lionel Messi’s net worth is estimated to be somewhere about $500 million. This makes him not only one of the wealthiest footballers on the planet but also one of the wealthiest athletes in the world.
What are some of Lionel Messi’s endorsements?
Back in March 2022, Lionel Messi inked a $20 million-a-year partnership with cryptocurrency “fan token” platform Socios. Moreover, according to Forbes, the 36-year-old’s endorsement portfolio includes deals with Budweiser, Gatorade, LVMH Moët Hennessy, Louis Vuitton, Mastercard, and PepsiCo. Back in 2021, he also became Hard Rock International’s first-ever athlete brand ambassador.
While he has a lucrative endorsement portfolio, the crown jewel of Messi’s portfolio is his gargantuan deal with Adidas. The sportswear giant has long sponsored the Argentine superstar. But in 2017, he signed a new contract with the brand for a reported $25 million annually for life.
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