Lionel Messi's net worth has surpassed $1 billion. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner becomes the second footballer to reach billionaire status after Cristiano Ronaldo.
According to Bloomberg, the 38-year-old Messi earned approximately $700 million in salary and bonuses. The remaining amount came from sponsorship and other income.
Currently playing for Inter Miami, Messi has previously played for Barcelona and PSG. He is a World Cup champion and two-time Copa America winner with Argentina.
