Is Emerson A-List?
NoB
No — Emerson is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2000
Joins Roma
Lost A-list status in 2009
Dropped to B tier — Returns to Brazil
Ranking Timeline
1994C$0.2M
Professional Debut in Brazil
Begins his career at Grêmio.
1997B▲$0.5M+$0.3M
Move to Europe
Transfers to Bayer Leverkusen.
2000A▲$1M+$0.5M
Joins Roma
Move to Roma.
2004A$5M+$4M
Signs for Juventus
Transfers to Juventus.
2006A$10M+$5M
Real Madrid
Signs for Real Madrid.
2007A$15M+$5M
Milan Transfer
Move to AC Milan.
2009B▼$20M+$5M
Returns to Brazil
Return to play for Santos.
2015B$24M+$4M
Retires From Football
Ends playing career.
2026B$25M+$1M
Football Consultant
Works as a consultant for football clubs.
Last updated: February 25, 2026