Is James Milner A-List?
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No — James Milner is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2012
Premier League Title
Lost A-list status in 2023
Dropped to B tier — Brighton & Hove Albion
Ranking Timeline
2002C$0.1M
Leeds United Debut
Breaks into Leeds United first team.
2010B▲$5M+$4.9M
Man City Transfer
Moves to Manchester City.
2012A▲$10M+$5M
Premier League Title
Wins Premier League title with Man City.
2015A$20M+$10M
Liverpool Transfer
Moves to Liverpool on a free transfer.
2019A$30M+$10M
Champions League Victory
Wins the Champions League with Liverpool.
2020A$40M+$10M
Premier League Title
Wins Premier League title with Liverpool.
2023B▼$45M+$5M
Brighton & Hove Albion
Signs to Brighton & Hove Albion.
2026B$50M+$5M
Evergreen Professional
Continues his professional career; role model for longevity.
Last updated: February 25, 2026