<span style="font-weight: 400;">The MLS continues to grow into one of the <a href="https://www.wolfgangsport.com/best-soccer-leagues-in-the-world/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best soccer leagues</a> in the world with some of the <a href="https://www.wolfgangsport.com/best-mls-stadiums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best stadiums</a> and <a href="https://www.wolfgangsport.com/best-mls-players-all-time/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best players</a> that you’ll ever see. Let’s find out who the highest paid MLS player is as we take a look at the top 10 with Lionel Messi joining the league. </span>
[Website](wolfgangsport.com) | [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/wolfgangsport) | [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/wolfgangsport) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/wolfgangsport1) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/iamwolfgangsport) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfgangsport/) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wolfgangsport/) | [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@iamwolfgangsport) | [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com.au/wolfgangsport/) |
<h3>10. Josef Martínez - Inter Miami ($4.4m)</h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Arguably the best striker in MLS history, Josef Martinez joined Inter Miami in 2023 after six seasons and 98 league goals in Atlanta. A true star of the league, he's an inspirational leader and full of charisma. </span>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the most agile and clinical finishers in the league, the former MLS MVP and Golden Boot winner is one of the highest paid MLS players because of the impact he can have on winning games. </span>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="fr">Josef Martinez 🇻🇪 x Lionel Messi 🇦🇷.</p>
Le nouveau duo de l’Inter Miami, va y’avoir du boulot le club est bon dernier de MLS ! 😅 <a href="https://t.co/1EZw4wH2v0">pic.twitter.com/1EZw4wH2v0</a>
— MercaFoot (@MercaFoot_) <a href="https://twitter.com/MercaFoot_/status/1666447119585009665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
[Source](twitter.com/MercaFoot_)
<h3>9. Christian Benteke - D.C. United ($4.4m)</h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The centerpiece of DC United's attack, Christian Benteke is a formidable presence up forward standing at 6-foot-4. He's a prolific header of the ball and a constant threat on goal.</span>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Benteke's strength and ability to hold up play allows him to bring his teammates into the game. The powerful Belgian striker also brings his leadership abilities to the US capital which is another reason why he's one of the highest paid MLS players. </span>
<h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">8. Douglas Costa - LA Galaxy ($4.5m)</span></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Former Juventus and Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa joined LA Galaxy in 2022. Known for his blistering speed and acceleration, he's known particularly for his ability to beat opponents one-on-one, and creating scoring opportunities for teammates. </span>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The Galaxy made Costa one of the highest paid MLS players with an annual salary of $4.5 million. Despite his moments of brilliance, the Galaxy will be looking to get more consistency from the Brazilian.</span>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="fr">Le superbe but de Douglas Costa 🇧🇷 hier !</p>
Malheureusement le genre d'action qu'on voit trop rarement (voire jamais) depuis son arrivée...<a href="https://t.co/xop3jWYORD">pic.twitter.com/xop3jWYORD</a>
— LA Galaxy 🇫🇷 (@LAGalaxy_France) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAGalaxy_France/status/1666855348475506690?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 8, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
[Source](twitter.com/LAGalaxy_France)
<h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">7. Héctor Herrera - Houston Dynamo ($5.3m)</span></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Mexican superstar Héctor Herrera joined Houston Dynamo in 2022 as their highest profile signing ever, joining from Atletico Madrid. His tactical intelligence, physicality, playmaking and defensive work rate made him one of the most hotly anticipated signings. </span>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Although injury impacted Herrera's start to his time in Houston, there's no doubting the impact his presence in midfield can have. The Dynamo will however be looking to get more value from one of the highest paid players in the MLS. </span>
<h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">6. Sebastián Driussi - Austin FC ($6m)</span></h3>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Sebastian Driussi plays out of one of the <a href="https://www.wolfgangsport.com/best-mls-stadiums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">best MLS stadiums</a>, Austin FC's Q2 Stadium. The former River Plate product joined on a mega four-year deal from Russian team Zenit Saint Petersburg for a transfer fee of $16.5 million.</span>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">Driussi's combination of his work rate, dribbling, finishing, pace and determination led to Austin's incredible 2022 season, where he scored 22 league goals and earned MLS Best XI honors. </span>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p dir="ltr" lang="en">There are three Premier League teams interested in Austin FC's Sebastián Driussi – one of which is Leeds United, per source.</p>
The ex-River Plate and ex-Zenit scored 25 goals this season, made the MLS best XI and is highly sought after from abroad.<a href="https://t.co/bShWHT3UtZ">pic.twitter.com/bShWHT3UtZ</a>
— Nico Cantor (@Nicocantor1) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nicocantor1/status/1590100308059095042?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
[Source](twitter.com/Nicocantor1)
***I'll be back tomorrow with part 2!***
---
## MAKE AMERICAN SPORTS YOUR GAME TOO!
[Website](wolfgangsport.com) | [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/wolfgangsport) | [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/wolfgangsport) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/wolfgangsport1) | [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/iamwolfgangsport) | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolfgangsport/) | [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wolfgangsport/) | [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@iamwolfgangsport) | [Pinterest](https://www.pinterest.com.au/wolfgangsport/) |
Wolfgang Sport is an American sports blog bringing you content on football, basketball, baseball, soccer and more. We continue to push the boundaries of blogging in the crypto world and embracing Web3 technologies.
hiveblocks