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Miami's Lionel Messi at $20.4 million earns more than 21 other MLS teams' payrolls this year
NEW YORK — Lionel Messi is the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer for the third straight year with total annual compensation of $20,446,667, greater than the entire payroll of 21 teams.
Messi's base compensation is $12 million, the Major League Soccer Players Association said Wednesday.
His figures cover his MLS deal, which runs through the 2025 season, including any marketing bonus and agent's fees. They do not account for any additional agreements with the team or its affiliates, or for any performance bonuses.
