Beckham at 34, has topped the annual rich list for the last two years because of his massive income from advertising endorsements.

Barcelona has announced a 3.6 million pounds for the 22 year old striker for his heroics in last and present season, saw his overall pay climb to 29.6 million pounds.

Beckham is in the top two position for the past nine years after coming to top five.

Inter milan coach Mourinho is the highest paid coach ahead of manchester city cosch Mancini

Top 5-Earning Footballers in mn pounds in the world are as follows:

1. Lionel Messi-29.6

2. David Beckham-27.3

3. Cristiano Ronaldo-27

4. Kaka-16.9

5. Thierry Henry-16.1