They reveal how much Andrés Iniesta earns per minute in Japan, the reason why he abandoned Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona

Andrés Iniesta made an incredible professional career, being one of the greatest players of all time at Spain national team. The legend was formed in La Masia and during all his career he played for FC Barcelona, until 2018. Despite his great level, the no. 8 decided to leave in July of that year.

Iniesta had played 674 games for Barcelona, scoring 57 goals and giving 139 assists. At the club he was one of Lionel Messi greatest friends and a player who understood him on the field. But the chance to continue at the club that formed him and love him was not an option, after a millionaire offer.

Vissel Kobe convinced him and Iniesta left for a fortune. During the last days it was revealed that the Spanish midfielder receives more than $30 million per year at the Japan side. That means that he is being paid $82.191 thousand per day, which makes it $3.424 per hour and $57 per minute.

That fortune, plus an agreement from the club to buy some wines that Iniesta produces, make him take the decision to leave. Surprisingly, he hasn’t retired after two years at Japan and his contract lasts until January 2021, so the end may be near for the historic player.