Is Willian A-List?
NoB
No — Willian is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2013
Chelsea Transfer
Lost A-list status in 2020
Dropped to B tier — Moves to Arsenal
Ranking Timeline
2007C$0.5M
Shakhtar Move
Willian moves to Shakhtar Donetsk, starting his European career.
2013B▲$5M+$4.5M
Anzhi Makhachkala
Brief but lucrative move to Anzhi Makhachkala.
2013A▲$8M+$3M
Chelsea Transfer
Willian joins Chelsea, becoming a key player in the Premier League.
2017A$15M+$7M
Premier League Champion
Willian wins the Premier League title with Chelsea.
2020B▼$20M+$5M
Moves to Arsenal
Willian transfers to Arsenal on a free transfer.
2021B$22M+$2M
Corinthians Return
Willian returns to Corinthians in Brazil.
2026B$25M+$3M
Grêmio Winger
Willian is playing for Gremio, a respected figure.
Last updated: February 25, 2026