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What is Lionel Messi’s salary at Inter Miami?
What is Lionel Messi’s salary at Inter Miami? Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players of all time and has just signed a two-year contract with Inter Miami CF of Major League Soccer (MLS).
The deal, which was announced on Tuesday, will reportedly pay Messi between $125m-$150m (£100m-£120m), with MLS sponsors Apple and Adidas working on deals that will be based on the amount of revenue that he helps to generate.
After taking the decision not to extend his contract at Paris Saint-Germain, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner will be moving to Florida as a free agent. Barcelona and several clubs in the Middle East had been keen on acquiring the iconic Argentine, but the 2022 World Cup winner is heading to the United States.
Messi’s salary is significantly higher than any other player in MLS. The previous record holder was David Beckham, who earned $3 million per year during his time with the LA Galaxy.
Messi’s signing is a major coup for Inter Miami. The club, which is owned by David Beckham and Marcelo Claure, has been trying to sign a big-name player for years. Messi’s arrival is expected to boost the club’s popularity and help it attract more fans and sponsors.
It remains to be seen how Messi will perform in MLS. He is 35 years old and has not played in the United States before. However, he is still considered to be one of the best players in the world, and he is expected to be a major factor for Inter Miami in the years to come.
What does Messi’s salary mean for MLS?
Messi’s salary is a major sign of the growing financial power of MLS. The league has been steadily growing in popularity in recent years, and it is now able to attract some of the biggest stars in the world. Messi’s signing is likely to lead to more big-name players coming to MLS in the future.
Messi’s salary also raises questions about the competitive balance of MLS. The league has a salary cap, which is designed to prevent one team from spending too much money and dominating the competition. However, Messi’s salary is so high that it is effectively a salary cap exemption. This means that Inter Miami will be able to spend more money on other players, which could give them an unfair advantage.
It remains to be seen how the league will address the issue of Messi’s salary. However, it is clear that his signing is a major development for MLS, and it is likely to have a significant impact on the league’s future.