Footballers are doing well for themselves
Lionel Messi has ranked first on Forbes’ annual World’s Highest-Paid Athletes list with estimated earnings of $127 million.
Messi, Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo and Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar rank first, second and third on the list which accounts for money, salaries and endorsements from athletes between June 2018 and June 2019.
Messi made $127 million last year, followed by Ronaldo’s $109 million while Neymar trailed just behind the Portuguese superstar with $105 million.
Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez is the highest paid non-footballer on the list with earnings of $94 million, in large thanks to his five-year, 11-fight deal worth at least $365 million, while tennis great Roger Fe …
- March 26, 2023
