Football legend Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, have recently made headlines by purchasing a magnificent waterfront property in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
This luxurious acquisition comes at an eye-popping price tag of $10.8 million.
Messi’s wealth manager, Alfonso Nebot has helped him to scoop the deal.
Situated in the picturesque coastal enclave of Fort Lauderdale, this opulent 10,486-square-foot residence is nothing short of a dream.
Featuring an impressive eight bedrooms and 9½ baths, this property also boasts a spacious three-car garage.
However, the true allure of this estate lies in its remarkable waterfront amenities, including a pool that overlooks the water, a staggering 170 feet of pristine waterfront frontage complete with two private docks, a fully-equipped gym/spa room, and a state-of-the-art Italian kitchen.
Perhaps the crowning jewel of Messi and Roccuzzo’s new paradise is their primary suite, which spans a colossal 1,600 square feet and offers unparalleled views of the serene Florida waterfront.
The house itself, originally constructed in 1988 and tastefully expanded in 2000 by designer Lori Morris.
Adding to the allure of this property is its proximity to the Inter Miami soccer stadium.
Samuel and Donna Simpkin, real estate experts from Compass, represented Messi in this high-stakes real estate transaction.
Sellers, John and Stacy Dickerson, who originally purchased the property for $9 million in May 2022 were represented by NE Sotheby’s International Realty’s, Jennifer Abbott.
In addition to his new Fort Lauderdale gem, Messi also owns three upscale condos in the sought-after Sunny Isles Beach area.
The Ballon d’Or winner and World Cup Champion officially inked his contract with Inter Miami of Major League Soccer on July 15.
Messi’s commitment to Inter Miami spans through 2025.
It comes with a formidable base salary of $20 million annually, which could soar to $60 million when factoring in performance-based bonuses.
Moreover, upon retirement, Messi is set to receive a minority stake in the team.
