Lionel Messi continues to dominate Major League Soccer (MLS) earnings with a staggering $28.3 million salary for the 2026 season at Inter Miami. This figure positions him as the league's highest earner, significantly ahead of Son Heung-min, who earns $11.2 million with Los Angeles FC, and Rodrigo De Paul, who takes home $9.7 million. The MLS Players Association's latest salary release highlights the financial landscape of the league, revealing that Messi's salary alone surpasses the total wage bills of many teams. For instance, Sporting Kansas City and the Philadelphia Union have the lowest wage bills at $12.4 million and $11.7 million, respectively. The data also indicates that Miami commits 76.7% of its salary budget to its top three earners, showcasing the financial imbalance within the league. Additionally, the release sheds light on new players and salary increases across teams, with notable increases for San Jose Earthquakes and Toronto FC, while teams like Sporting Kansas City have seen significant decreases in their wage bills.