Messi’s salary falls and it’s scandalous

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Big blow for Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi is the highest paid player in MLS right now – and he earns way more than his teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.

Inter Miami star Messi is the highest-paid player in the league, according to figures released by the MLS Players’ Association. The Argentine superstar, who joined the United States this summer, reportedly earns a base salary of $12 million and guaranteed compensation of $20.4 million.

He will also receive money from his contract with Adidas and a share of the MLS subscription revenue from Apple TV. Messi’s total earnings could reach $50-60 million per year, according to the LA Times.

The 36-year-old’s earnings are significantly higher than those of his former FC Barcelona and Miami teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. While the midfielder currently earns $1.5 million in base salary and $1.775 million in guaranteed compensation, Alba earns $1 million and $1.25 million, respectively.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.