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Lionel Messi remains the league's highest-paid player with a guaranteed compensation package of roughly $28.3 million per year according to the MLS Players Association's 2026 salary release.

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Who
Lionel Messi, MLS Players Association
What
Lionel Messi remains the league's highest-paid player with a guaranteed compensation package of roughly $28.3 million per year according to the MLS Players Association's 2026 salary release.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:41 GMT · 2h 37m ago
Where
Miami ·
Why
Messi's latest contract with Inter Miami CF reinforces his status as a global business powerhouse whose influence stretches far beyond the pitch.
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Lionel Messi's substantial earnings and investment activities in 2026 highlight the growing financial power of top athletes beyond their playing careers, impacting sports business models and wealth management strategies globally.

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    Lionel Messi remains the league's highest-paid player with a guaranteed compensation package of roughly $28.3 million per year according to the MLS Players Association's 2026 salary release.
  2. Markets2h 37m ago
    Lionel Messi's net worth in 2026 is estimated at around $850 million, and he remains the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer with a guaranteed compensation package of roughly $28.3 million per year.
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