It has become a habit: every year, Forbes magazine reveals the ranking of the biggest fortunes in the world. A study duplicated in several categories. Often singled out for their privileges, footballers are subject to a separate classification.
Forbes has revealed its ranking of the 5 highest-paid football superstars in the world. It is important to clarify that these figures relate to income before tax and before agent fees. They therefore include salaries, bonuses, bonuses, image rights and other commercial contracts.
The incredible gap between Ronaldo and Messi
Unsurprisingly, the two greatest champions of the contemporary era monopolize the first two places. But what is more surprising is the gap between the two. Cristiano Ronaldo is the richest footballer with an estimated income of 263 million euros. But his eternal rival Lionel Messi, who has 124 million euros, is far behind. The podium is completed by Neymar, who emerges at 101 million euros.
It is also interesting to note that 4 players in the top 5 no longer play in the major European championships. While Messi is enjoying a second youth in America, Ronaldo and Neymar are exiled in Saudi Arabia, just like Karim Benzema, fourth in the ranking with income estimated at 96 million euros. Finally, a second Frenchman closes the top 5 since Kylian Mbappé would total 83 million euros annually.
The ranking of the highest paid players in the world:
Cristiano Ronaldo 263 million euros
Lionel Messi 124 million euros
Neymar 101 million euros
Karim Benzema 96 million euros
Kylian Mbappé 83 million euros
