Lionel Messi’s wealth is approaching the billion-dollar mark in 2026, as Apple contracts and hotel investments strengthen his financial empire.

The net worth of Argentine star Lionel Messi, Inter Miami player, has surpassed $850 million, cementing his position as the second richest active footballer in the world, behind Cristiano Ronaldo.

According to recent economic reports, Messi has successfully diversified his income sources beyond football salaries, earning $135 million in one year alone. This includes his MLS salary of $20.4 million, in addition to massive endorsement deals that form the backbone of his growing fortune.

The agreement with Apple TV is considered one of his most significant financial sources, bringing him an estimated $50 million annually. He also holds a lifetime deal with Adidas worth around $25 million per year.

Messi also owns a diversified investment portfolio, including a chain of six luxury hotels in Spain and Andorra, his energy drink brand “Más+ by Messi,” the media production company “Rosario 525,” and an international real estate portfolio exceeding $300 million, spread across Barcelona, Miami, and Ibiza.

This vast wealth is reflected in his lifestyle, as “La Pulga” owns a private Gulfstream V jet valued at $15 million, along with a rare collection of luxury sports cars, including a Pagani Zonda.

Despite his fortune, Messi remains committed to humanitarian work through his foundation, established in 2007 to support children’s education and health, and continues his role as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador, combining sporting excellence, economic influence, and global social impact.