Lionel Messi Net Worth
Argentinian soccer player Lionel Messi made a huge fortune thanks to his favorite sport. His 2014 earnings are $65 million according to Forbes magazine. From this large sum $42 is a result of his game and $23 million comes from edorsements. As of 2015, Messi’s total net worth is slightly over $180 million.
His five-year extension contract with Barcelona raised his base salary to $21.2 million net (after he pays taxes, that for his level of income are 56% in Spain). Lionel’s recent endorsement deals include Samsung, Turkish Airlines, and Gilette. SportsPro named him one of the most marketable athletes in 2013.
Mesi’ss love life is also under media scrutiny. He allegedly dated Macarena Lemos and glamour model Luciana Salazar. Since 2008, Messi is dating Antonella Roccuzzo. In 2012, Roccuzzo gave birth to Messi’s son named Thiago. Lionel is involved heavily in charity. Among other things, he’s a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF. In 2013, Messi donated $700,000 for a refurbishment of Argentinian children’s hospital.
Many rich soccer player live in large and luxury mansions. But Lionel’s home is exceptional even among them. Few miles outside Barcelona, famous athlete has built unique home in a shape similar to a soccer ball. It has grassed roof, large swimming pool, and nice clean modern design. This real estate property is one of a kind.
