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By Andrew Gould Lionel Messi shocked the soccer world by joining Inter Miami. He’ll reportedly be well-compensated by the MLS squad. According to Alex M. Silverman of Sports Business Journal, Messi will make a $50-60 million annual salary through the 2025 MLS season with a 2026 player option. The lucrative deal includes a signing bonus and equity in the franchise, but not additional compensation he’s expected to receive from major MLS sponsors such as Apple, Adidas, and Fanatics based on revenue accrued by his arrival. Depending on where the exact amount falls, Messi could be slated to receive…