Is Ryan Babel A-List?
NoC
No — Ryan Babel is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
2004C$0.1M
Ajax Debut
Begins his professional career at Ajax.
2007B▲$1M+$0.9M
Move to Liverpool
Transfers to Liverpool.
2011B$2M+$1M
Joins Hoffenheim
Moves to Hoffenheim in Germany.
2013B$3M+$1M
Return to Ajax
Returns to Ajax for a brief spell.
2016B$5M+$2M
Plays for Deportivo
Plays for Deportivo La Coruna.
2019B$7M+$2M
Joins Galatasaray
Moves to Galatasaray.
2020B$9M+$2M
Return to Ajax (again)
Babel returns again to Ajax.
2026C▼$10M+$1M
Journeyman Forward's Career
Babel is known for his pace and versatility in attacking positions.
Last updated: February 21, 2026