Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi beaten by this superstar as the highest-paid player in world football

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi beaten by this superstar as the highest-paid player in world football

The 23-year-old Frenchman turned down a move to Real Madrid earlier this year in favour of a massive £500 million contract extension with Paris Saint-Germain. Mbappe has surpassed all other footballers in terms of salary thanks to his huge deal, which will keep him at Parc des Princes through June 2025, according to Sportico.

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In addition to his £91 million annual salary from PSG, the striker also makes about £17.3 million in sponsorship deals. He is currently supported by some of the most well-known brands in the world, including Christian Dior, Hublot, Oakley, Electronic Arts, Nike, and Hublot.

Mbappe became one of the most sought-after players in Europe as a result of his rapid rise at Monaco, which rapidly attracted the attention of the entire globe. He was acquired by PSG in 2018 for a staggering £166 million, and he has since scored an incredible total of 181 goals in 225 games.

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Portuguese footballing sensation Cristiano Ronaldo is the second-highest paid player in the world. Given that the Manchester United forward has one of the most recognizable names in sports, it’s hardly surprising that endorsements account for over £52 million of his overall earnings. In fact, the majority of his revenue comes from his sponsorships, which include those from Nike, Herbalife, and Tag Heuer.

Additionally, Ronaldo is under contract with Man Utd for an annual salary of £45.9 million, making him the highest-paid player in the Premier League. With a total annual income of £95.3 million, seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi earns significantly less than his competitor, with a sizable amount coming from various sponsorship agreements.

Neymar, the Brazilian winger who joined PSG in 2017 from Barcelona, has also received lavish spending from the French club. The 30-year-old signed a long-term contract with the Parisians last summer, earning £78.9 million annually.

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