MLS
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi
2025 Cap Hit
$0
2025 Cash
$0
Career Earnings
$40,893,334
2023-2025 (CURRENT)
Lionel Messi signed a 3 year contract with the Inter Miami FC. In 2025, Messi will earn, while carrying a cap hit of .
Contract Terms:
3 yr(s)
Signing Bonus:
N/A
Free Agent:
2026
| Year | Age | Status | Cap HitAnnual | Cash Annual | Cash Cumulative | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |
|
35 |
Designated Player
|
$20,446,667 | $20,446,667 | $20,446,667 |
| 2024 |
|
36 |
Designated Player
|
$20,446,667 | $20,446,667 | $40,893,334 |
| 2025 |
|
37 |
Designated Player
|
- | - | $40,893,334 |
| 2026 |
|
38 |
| Year | Age | Status | Base Salary | Cap Hit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |
|
35 |
Designated Player
|
$12,000,000 | $20,446,667 |
| 2024 |
|
36 |
Designated Player
|
$12,000,000 | $20,446,667 |
| 2025 |
|
37 |
Designated Player
|
- | - |
| 2026 |
|
38 |
| Year | Age | Status | Base Salary | Cash Total | Cash Cumulative | Cash Remaining | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |
|
35 |
Designated Player |
$12,000,000 | $20,446,667 | $20,446,667 | - |
| 2024 |
|
36 |
Designated Player |
$12,000,000 | $20,446,667 | $40,893,334 | - |
| 2025 |
|
37 |
Designated Player |
- | - | $40,893,334 | - |
Contract Notes
- AAV: $50-$60 million (includes salary + Inter Miami stake + signing bonus)
- Partial equity in Inter Miami upon conclusion of contract
- Additional compensation via Apple, Adidas and Fanatics
Source:
MLS
Seasons
Years
Career Earnings thru 2025
$40,893,334
Earnings w/ Different Teams
1 team
Earnings Per Year
| Year | Age | Team(s) | Status | Cash Total | Cash Cumulative | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 35 |
|
Active / Designated
|
$20,446,667 |
$20,446,667 |
|
| 2024 | 36 |
|
Active / Designated
|
$20,446,667 |
$40,893,334 |
MVP |
| Total |
$40,893,334 |
$40,893,334 |
||||
| Total |
$40,893,334 |
Earnings Per Team
| Years | Team | Base | Cash Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
|
$24,000,000 | $40,893,334 |
| Year | Team(s) | Age | Base | Cash Total | Cash Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 |
|
35 |
$12,000,000
|
$20,446,667 |
$20,446,667 |
| 2024 |
|
36 |
$12,000,000
|
$20,446,667 |
$40,893,334 |
| Total |
$24,000,000 |
$40,893,334 |
$40,893,334 |
||
| Total |
$24,000,000 |
$40,893,334 |
Earnings Per Team
| Years | Team | Base | Cash Cumulative |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
|
$24,000,000 | $40,893,334 |
