Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are like two peas in a pod. Both have always shared a bond that goes beyond being mere teammates. Their friendship has only grown stronger over the years, even after they left Barcelona. Now reunited at Inter Miami, their relationship reaches the next level, as Suarez has spent three times the usual amount to secure a house next to where the Argentinian icon resides in Miami.
According to Cuba En Miami, the massive house is situated in Fort Lauderdale, specifically within the gated community of Bay Colony. It is just a minute’s drive from Messi’s $10.8 million house, which he acquired a few months ago. However, being Messi’s neighbor is not the only highlight of the property. In terms of comfort and amenities for Suarez’s family, the mansion boasts 8 spacious bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and generous internal spaces covering nearly 500 square meters. Additionally, it features a large swimming pool for leisure, a spa, and a gym, offering a host of indulgent amenities. That’s not all!
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Feb 15, 2024; Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Luis Suarez (9) and forward Lionel Messi (10) arrive to the game against Newell’s Old Boys at DRV PNK Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports
The property also boasts direct access to the lake. Safety concerns are also addressed thanks to the 24-hour security. Interestingly, both Suarez and his wife, Sofía Balbi, secured the property through a private agreement with Bret and Jamie Macy, leading property dealers in Miami. The residence, located at 10 Compass Point, underwent significant renovations in 2020, causing its value to skyrocket from $3.5 million to $11.5 million. This remarkable appreciation nearly triples the initial value over four years. Interestingly, the house is more expensive than what he owned back in Barcelona.
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Luis Suarez used to share the same neighborhood with Lionel Messi during their Barcelona days
Following Luis Suarez’s move to Camp Nou in 2015, he purchased a house in Castelldefels, Catalonia, Spain, for $3.6 million in 2018. Situated on a 2000-square-meter plot in the quiet Bellmar neighborhood, the house boasts two impressive swimming pools and is adjacent to Lionel Messi’s residence. Additionally, Suarez owns another luxury beachfront mansion in the capital of his home country, Montevideo.
Nevertheless, who knew that years later, fate would again make them neighbors? Now that both are settled in the new city, the Herons’ star duo will be looking to enjoy their lives both on and off the pitch. Nevertheless, Suarez’s willingness to pay the hefty sum speaks volumes about his bond with Messi. It is also a testament to the fact that the value of friendship is priceless.
