The status of some of the world’s most iconic soccer players is matching both the fortune and popularity of the planet’s top actors, singers and other entertainers. This year, three soccer players made it to Forbes’ Top 100 Highest-Paid Celebrities List. Lionel MessiEarnings in 2017: $80 MillionGlobal ranking: #14In December, the Argentine renewed his lifelong deal with Adidas. NeymarEarnings in 2017: $37 MillionGlobal ranking: #71The Brazilian superstar’s current contract has him tied to Barcelona through 2021. He was the first soccer player to have his own custom Air Jordan sneakers made by the Swoosh.

Source: Forbes June 18, 2017 08:43 UTC