Lionel Messi has officially inked a new blockbuster contract with Inter Miami, one that could shape the final chapter of his legendary football career.
The deal, announced ahead of the 2025 MLS season’s conclusion, will keep Messi with the club until at least the age of 41. It is widely anticipated to be the last professional contract of his playing days. But the agreement goes far beyond just on-field play.
According to beIN SPORTS, the extended deal includes several lucrative off-the-pitch clauses: an option for Messi to acquire future ownership stakes in the club, continued partnerships with global giants like Adidas and Apple, and a long-term ambassadorial role representing both Inter Miami and the MLS worldwide.
This strategic move solidifies Messi not just as a footballer, but as a cornerstone of the club’s identity and global expansion plans.
While the exact salary figures remain undisclosed, U.S. media outlets report that Messi’s earnings are on par with or even surpass his previous two years at Inter Miami. The MLS Players Association previously revealed that Messi earned a base salary of $12 million per year, with a guaranteed total income of $20.4 million making him the highest-paid player in the league, well ahead of Lorenzo Insigne ($14 million total).
Sportico estimated Messi’s initial two-and-a-half-year package with Inter Miami to be worth up to $150 million, including endorsements and ambassador duties.
Meanwhile, Forbes reported that in 2024 alone, Messi earned an additional $79 million through endorsements with Adidas, Hard Rock International, and Apple TV. His unique deal with Apple grants him a percentage of the $250 million/year MLS broadcast rights revenue, making him one of the sport’s top off-field earners.
In a recent interview, Messi expressed deep satisfaction with his life in the United States, while Inter Miami’s management has remained adamant about securing his long-term presence both for his sporting impact and the immense commercial value he brings to the franchise.
Sources: Znews
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