Lionel Messi isn’t just a name. But the iconic football player has become a global phenomenon. Popularly named amongst the GOAT (Greatest Of Them All) players, Messi has built a career that blends sporting brilliance with staggering success off the field. In 2023, he took home the Ballon d’Or, an annual prestigious football award given to the best players. Messi took it home for a record eighth time, moving three titles ahead of his longtime rival, Portuguese football player, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Now, after 14 years, Messi is set to return to India with his much-awaited GOAT India Tour 2025 in Kolkata that kicks off today. Messi’s stop in Kolkata is special as it marks his return to the Salt Lake Stadium, where he first captained Argentina in a 2011 against Venezuela. This time, the venue is ready for a grand celebration of football and fan frenzy. Just upon his arrival, Messi unveiled his towering 70-foot statue virtually, alongside Inter Miami teammates Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul at an event which also had West Bengal Minister Sujit Bose and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Over the next three days, Messi will travel through Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. Messi’s GOAT India Tour 2025 will have a star-studded celebrity match, followed by a showcase of handpicked young footballers living out their dreams on the same ground. The highlight, of course, will be Messi himself leading a masterclass, demonstrating his unparalleled brilliance. As the Argentanian football star arrives in India, here’s a closer look at Messi’s wealth, career earnings, endorsements, and luxury lifestyle.
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Lionel Messi’s Net Worth
As of 2025, Messi’s wealth continues to soar, driven by football player earnings, brand endorsements, luxury investments in homes and business ventures. As per reports, Messi’s net worth is between $600 million to $850 million (approximately ₹7,050 crore). According to CelebrityNetWorth, he stands at the higher end of that spectrum, cementing his status as one of the richest sports personalities in the world.
Lionel Messi’s Career Earnings
Messi’s earnings on the pitch have been nothing short of extraordinary. He ranks number 2 on the Forbes List Of Highest Paid Soccer Players of 2025 with a career earning of $130 million. The top spot is taken by Ronaldo who is expected to earn $230 million.
Lionel Messi’s Brand Endorsements
Off the field, Messi earns an estimated $70 million annually through endorsements. He has long-standing partnerships with international brands such as Pepsi, Adidas, Budweiser, and Mastercard. His lifetime deal with Adidas is among the most valuable sports star-brand collaborations ever. Expanding his entrepreneurial footprint, Messi also started his own fashion label with the opening of his first Messi Store in Barcelona in 2019.
Lionel Messi’s Luxury Lifestyle
From record-breaking trophies, earnings to having high standards of living, Messi leaves no stone unturned to live life king size. He owns luxury homes in Barcelona, Miami, and Rosario. He also has a collection of luxury cars, access to private jets and premium travel arrangements. In 2009, he purchased a home in Barcelona’s upscale Pedralbes for $2 million, later investing heavily in renovations. Today, the property is valued between $7 million and $10 million. In early 2025, Messi expanded further, acquiring four units in a Miami development, including one sprawling 3,500-square-foot residence priced at approximately $7.5 million.
