$20,446,667. Lionel Messi’s (annualized) compensation (MLS record).
$15,400,000. Lorenzo Insigne’s compensation (previous MLS record).
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114. Players making $1 million or more (up from 91 in May 2022).
15. Americans making $1 million or more (same as in May 2022).
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7. Seattle Sounders players making $1 million or more (most on any MLS team).
1. Orlando FC players making $1 million or more (fewest on any MLS team).
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6. Players making $6 million or more.
1. Players making $6 million or more still in playoff contention.
Note: Guaranteed compensation. Source: MLSPlayers.org.

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