Lamine Yamal and Jude Bellingham Join Forbes' Highest-paid Soccer Players | AI News Digest
In an unexpected development, 18-year-old Barcelona striker Lamine Yamal has made his debut on Forbes' ranking of the highest-paid soccer players, with an estimated earning of $43 million this season. This total includes $10 million from endorsements, securing him the 10th position on the list. Jude Bellingham, the Real Madrid midfielder, also makes his first appearance, projected to earn $44 million and ranking ninth. The list is still led by Cristiano Ronaldo, who is anticipated to earn $280 million, with Lionel Messi following at $130 million. Notably, the average age of the top 10 players has dipped below 30 for the first time in five years, signaling a trend toward younger athletes in the sport.
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