Lionel Messi's MLS Salary Exceeds Combined Earnings of 22 Teams
Messi earns a guaranteed $20.4 million at Inter Miami, surpassing the total salaries of most Major League Soccer teams.
- Lionel Messi's guaranteed income at Inter Miami is $20.4 million, not including sponsorships.
- His salary outpaces the combined earnings of players from 22 out of 28 MLS teams.
- Inter Miami's team payroll is the highest in the league at $41.7 million.
- Marco Reus, now with LA Galaxy, earns $1.2 million, significantly less than his former salary at Borussia Dortmund.
- The MLS allows for three Designated Players per team, who can earn above the league's salary cap.