L.Messi's representatives negotiate with "Barcelona" about a salary of 18 million euros per year © EuroFootball.com

"Punto Pelota" reports that the best footballer in the world, Lionel Messi, wants to earn 18 million euros per season. According to the Spanish press, the star of "Barcelona" club hopes to become the highest-paid footballer in the world. The Argentine national team member currently earns about 10.5 million euros per season, but representatives of the forward have already started negotiations with the Catalan club for a higher salary. Interestingly, Real Madrid's leader Cristiano Ronaldo can also earn 18 million euros per year, who will also soon put his signature on a new contract with the Spanish vice-champions.