The interesting story behind the man who earns millions of dollars just for being next to Messi

The interesting story behind the man who earns millions of dollars just for being next to Messi

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Published: Sunday, December 31, 2023 16:30

Written by Jose Ignacio Murillo

Since Argentine star Lionel Messi lives on American soil, “everyone” comes to the island with their boats to see the luxurious house where the Inter Miami star player lives.

Iranian-born businessman Patrick Bet Davidsaid in an interview on the YouTube channel VladTV, that the arrival of Argentina national team captain Lionel Messi to his exclusive neighborhood of Bay Colony in Fort Lauderdale has brought him several million dollars.

 

When Messi and his family arrived in Florida after announcing he had signed for Inter Miami last June, they initially stayed near Golden Beach. On social networks, photos of the world champion visiting some properties in Miami with his wife Antonella Roccuzzo and their children, Thiago, Mateo and Sito, went viral, before the family acquired a $10.7 million property in Fort Lauderdale. Took.

Also living in that neighborhood is Patrick Bate David, a popular YouTuber and podcaster who conducts interviews with successful people from various industries, including business, sports, entertainment, and who sold his properties in Texas to move to Miami. To think he would soon have the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner and reigning world champions with Argentina as neighbors.

“Ever since Messi moved right next door to my house, everyone has wanted to live in our community. Before they came, my house was worth $7 million, but now it is worth more than $25 million. It’s a gated community on an island with only one entrance, very safe, very protected,” her neighbor said in an interview.

Furthermore, he said that since Messi lives there “everybody” comes to the island with their boats to see the houses. However, this is not something that bothers him or has caused him to change his lifestyle. “My children are around, we are fine where we are.”He said and then delved deeper into the real estate market in his extensive interview where he commented on this interesting story.

The exclusive neighborhood is located on the western side of the Waterway, just north of Commercial Boulevard and east of Route 1, also known as Federal Highway, and has over 100 homes within this exclusive location.

All Bay Colony properties have deep water marinas with direct ocean access. Nearby, residents have access to restaurants, golf courses, schools, and beaches. According to the realtor, each home will cost between two and nine million dollars. However, as the businessman noted, this could change with the arrival of the Argentine star which increased the price of properties.

Messi’s huge house is spread over 974 square meters and is situated on 1,765 square meters of land. It has nine bathrooms, one toilet and eight suites. The cuisine is Italian, it also has a fitness room and spa, an entertainment room, among other luxurious services For someone who has already won everything in football, like Messi.

The family of 10 members of the Argentina national team were represented by Team Simpkin in the purchase. “We believe our extensive knowledge of the market and deep understanding of our customers’ needs have led to the successful sale of this asset to the Macy family.” The real estate company commented.

The Argentinian player was seen experiencing the magic of Christmas with his family and friends in his native Rosario, Argentina. After this, he will look forward to his next season in MLS and playing in the Copa America with the Albiceleste.

Source: La Prensa newspaper