
Is Olof Mellberg A-List?
NoB
No — Olof Mellberg is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2012
Captain Sweden
Lost A-list status in 2014
Dropped to B tier — Retirement as Player
Ranking Timeline
2000C$0.2M
Racing Santander Move
Mellberg moves to Racing Santander in Spain.
2003B▲$1M+$0.8M
Aston Villa Transfer
Transfers to Aston Villa in the English Premier League.
2008B$4M+$3M
Juventus
Plays for Juventus in Italy, adding to his European experience.
2009B$6M+$2M
Olympiacos Move
Mellberg moves to Olympiacos in Greece.
2012A▲$8M+$2M
Captain Sweden
Captains the Swedish national team in major tournaments.
2014B▼$12M+$4M
Retirement as Player
Announces his retirement as a player.
2026B$15M+$3M
Football Manager
Now a football manager, using his experience in a new role.
Last updated: February 25, 2026