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National Post
11 hours ago
- Business
- National Post
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi remains highest-earner in MLS, two TFC stars rank in Top 6
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi remains Major League Soccer's highest-paid player this season at $20,446,667 US, according to figures released Wednesday by the MLS Players Association. Article content Miami has two other players in the top 10 with No. 3 Sergio Busquets at $8,774,996 and No. 8 Jordi Alba at $6 million even. Article content Toronto FC's Lorenzo Insigne ranks second at $15,400,000 and fellow Italian Federico Bernardeschi No. 6 at $6,295,381. Article content In contrast, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is currently the highest-paid player in Major League Baseball at $70 million this season. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott led the NFL last season with a salary of $60 million while Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry topped the NBA at $55,761,216. Article content The NHLPA lists Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews ' 2024-25 salary at $16.7 million. Article content Messi, Insigne, Busquets and Bernardeschi are all making the same as last season. Alba was at $1.5 million in 2024. Article content Atlanta United's Miguel Almiron ($7,871,000) and San Diego FC's Hirving (Chucky) Lozano ($7,633,333) are newcomers to the list at No. 4 and 5, respectively. Almiron returned to Atlanta this season from England's Newcastle United while San Diego is in its first year in the league. Article content Almiron made $2,297,000 with Atlanta in 2018, his last year in MLS before moving to England. Article content In all, 19 players are making more than $4 million this according to the MLSPA, whose salary figures are accurate as of May 23, 2025. Article content In contrast to Insigne, who has one goal and three assists in 12 appearances for Toronto this season, Philadelphia Union forward Tai Baribo is a bargain at $810,000. The Israeli international leads the league with 13 goals. Article content Nashville's Sam Surridge, who is second in goals with 12, is making $3,182,639 while Cincinnati's Kevin Denkey, third with 11 goals, is earning $3,810,00. Article content Vancouver Whitecaps forward Brian White, tied for fourth with 10 goals, is another bargain at $1 million. The U.S. international ranks fourth in pay on the Whitecaps behind captain Ryan Gauld ($3,675,00), defensive midfielder Andres Cubas ($1,146,375) and centre back Mathias Laborda ($1,043,625). Article content Toronto has four other players making more than $1 million in Norwegian striker Ola Brynhildsen ($1,629,610), captain Jonathan Osorio ($1,183,333), Canadian fullback/wingback Richie Laryea ($1,169,438), and goalkeeper Sean Johnson ($1,063,125).
Washington Post
13 hours ago
- Business
- Washington Post
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.
