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News · 23 May 2026

Messi joins Ronaldo, Beckham in billionaire club

Messi joins Ronaldo, Beckham in billionaire club

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Lionel Messi's net worth has been officially confirmed to have exceeded one billion US dollars. Reports indicate he is the third soccer personality to achieve this financial status, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and David Beckham, a milestone accomplished after approximately three years with Inter Miami. His 2023 move to the MLS club included Apple and Adidas commercial deals, plus a reported $70-80 million yearly package.

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