It’s official: Lionel Messi has put pen to paper on his contract extension with FC Barcelona, just before departing to join Argentina for World Cup preparations. Despite a season that some consider average, with 28 goals and 11 assists, Messi secures a significant salary boost.
While specific details remain undisclosed, reports from the well-informed El Pais suggest Messi’s new deal will see him earn a staggering 20 million euros annually until 2018. This places him at the summit of football’s salary hierarchy, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s 18 million euros.
With a release clause set at a whopping 250 million euros, Messi’s commitment to Barcelona appears unwavering, hinting at a potential career-long tenure with the Catalan giants. His sentiments echo his enduring affection for the club, expressing happiness at staying where he feels cherished by the fans. Messi’s loyalty and dedication to Barcelona remain steadfast, ensuring his legacy as one of the club’s greatest icons.
