Lionel Messi has recently acquired a luxurious mansion in Miami, valued at a hefty $10,750,000, as per Joe Pompliano. It comes complete with the rare feature of two private docks, adding an extra touch of exclusivity to the property. This acquisition draws parallels to LeBron James’ own Miami realty decision, when the basketball icon purchased a mansion for his family, priced at $13,400,000.
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Adding a layer of star power to Major League Soccer, LeBron James made a notable appearance to witness Lionel Messi’s debut for Inter Miami.
Lionel Messi vs. LeBron James’ Mansions
Situated just 15 minutes away from the Inter Miami stadium, Messi’s mansion boasts a myriad of opulent features.
Lionel Messi has purchased a $10.75 million waterfront home in Fort Lauderdale.
• 10,500 square feet
• 10 beds / 9 baths
• 170 feet of waterfront
• Pool and two docksThe home is 15 minutes from Inter Miami’s stadium. pic.twitter.com/Jcifk9usZD
— Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) September 12, 2023
Lavish rooms, state-of-the-art amenities, and an architectural design that exudes elegance set this property apart. Its dual docks offer a unique and coveted waterfront experience.
Here’s a clip of Lionel Messi’s new mansion in Florida.🤞 pic.twitter.com/24Aot0O24Z
— JUMBLE BAG (@JumbleBag) September 12, 2023
In comparison, LeBron James’ previous Miami mansion, though valued higher at $13,400,000, was equally luxurious. This estate boasts an impressive number of rooms, extensive square footage, and a range of unique facilities.
LeBron James’ Miami Mansion http://t.co/KBQ2ZZOQId pic.twitter.com/MjPqZl8Fqn
— Florida Design (@FLDesignMag) January 8, 2015
It’s worth noting that LeBron eventually parted ways with his Miami residence, a move that contrasts with Messi’s apparent intent to establish deeper roots in one of his favored vacation spots.
Messi out-earned LeBron in 2022
LeBron James found himself earning $10,500,000 less than Inter Miami’s marquee player in the year 2022. Messi made $130,000,000 through endorsements and his on-field salary. On the flipside, LeBron made $119,500,000 in the same time period.
The disparity comes despite the fact that LeBron James earned a whopping $227 per minute in 2022. This comes by dividing his 2022 earnings ($119,500,000) by the total number of minutes in a year (525,600). Applying the same logic to Messi’s earnings, his $130 million per year comes out to a staggering $247.36 per minute.