Is Park Chu-young A-List?
NoC
No — Park Chu-young is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
2005D$0.1M
FC Seoul Debut
Started professional career at FC Seoul.
2008C▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Move to AS Monaco
Transferred to AS Monaco, gaining European exposure.
2011B▲$1.5M+$1M
Signed with Arsenal
Moved to Arsenal, a high-profile transfer.
2014C▼$2M+$0.5M
Joined Al-Shabab
Played in Saudi Arabia, increasing earnings.
2015C$2.5M+$0.5M
Return to FC Seoul
Returned to FC Seoul, rekindling his career.
2019C$3M+$0.5M
FC Seoul departure
Ended tenure with FC Seoul.
2026C$3M
Retired, South Korean Veteran
Retired, remembered for his contributions to South Korean football, but less prominent now.
Last updated: February 21, 2026