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Felipe Melo

Is Felipe Melo A-List?

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NoFelipe Melo is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Reached A-list in 2009

Juventus Transfer

Lost A-list status in 2011

Dropped to B tier — Move to Galatasaray

Ranking Timeline

2001D$0.1M

Professional Debut in Brazil

Melo begins his career in Brazil, showing early promise.

2005C$0.5M+$0.4M

Moves to Spain

Melo transfers to Spain, stepping up to European football.

2008B$2M+$1.5M

Fiorentina Stint

Key player for Fiorentina.

2009A$5M+$3M

Juventus Transfer

Melo joins Juventus, establishing himself as a top midfielder.

2010A$7M+$2M

World Cup

Represents Brazil in the World Cup.

2011B$10M+$3M

Move to Galatasaray

Melo moves to Galatasaray, winning titles and gaining popularity.

2017B$12M+$2M

Return to Palmeiras

Returns to Brazil.

2023B$15M+$3M

Retirement

Retires from football.

2026B$15M

Post-career

Retirement legacy

Last updated: February 25, 2026