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Messi's Inter Miami contract tops $70M yearly
8 Mar
Summary
- Messi's annual compensation is estimated between $70M and $80M.
- His MLS salary is $12M base, $20.45M guaranteed.
- Contract includes ownership stake, rising with team value.

Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas disclosed that Lionel Messi's annual compensation is approximately $70 million to $80 million, encompassing an ownership share in the club. Mas highlighted that this significant investment is why top-tier sponsors are crucial for the team.
While the MLS Players Association reports Messi's base salary at $12 million and guaranteed compensation at $20.45 million, his contract includes a percentage of club ownership. This stake's value has grown substantially as Forbes valued Miami at $1.35 billion this season, up from around $585 million before Messi joined.
Sources previously indicated Messi's deal was valued between $50 million and $70 million, with the potential to increase. His equity in Inter Miami is set to activate upon his retirement, and his contract extends through the 2028-29 season. Separate deals with Fanatics and Apple are not included in this figure.




