Is Gianluca Vialli A-List?
No — Gianluca Vialli is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1992
Juventus Transfer
Lost A-list status in 2001
Dropped to B tier — Managerial Roles
Ranking Timeline
Cremonese Debut
Vialli begins his professional career at Cremonese.
Sampdoria Move, Partnership with Mancini
Moves to Sampdoria and forms a prolific partnership with Roberto Mancini.
Serie A Title with Sampdoria
Wins the Serie A title with Sampdoria, establishing himself as a top striker.
Juventus Transfer
Joins Juventus and continues to win trophies, solidifying his reputation.
Champions League Victory
Wins the Champions League with Juventus, a pinnacle of his career.
Chelsea Move
Joins Chelsea, becoming a player-manager and winning FA Cup and League Cup.
Managerial Roles
Briefly manages Watford, then transitions to media work.
Sadly passes away
Gianluca Vialli passes away after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Football Legend
Remembered as a legend, his legacy continues through his impact on football.
Last updated: February 24, 2026