Is Thomas Vermaelen A-List?
NoC
No — Thomas Vermaelen is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
2004C$0.2M
Ajax Debut
Breaks into the Ajax first team, showing early promise as a defender.
2009B▲$2M+$1.8M
Arsenal Transfer
Moves to Arsenal, becoming a key player and club captain.
2014B$4M+$2M
Barcelona Move
Joins Barcelona, though his time is marred by injuries.
2015B$5M+$1M
Champions League Winner
Wins the Champions League with Barcelona despite limited playing time.
2019C▼$7M+$2M
Vissel Kobe
Moves to Vissel Kobe in Japan to continue playing.
2022C$8M+$1M
Retirement
Announces retirement from professional football.
2026C$8M
Former Arsenal Captain
Remembered for his time at Arsenal despite injury setbacks later in his career.
Last updated: February 21, 2026