Is Joe Allen A-List?
NoB
No — Joe Allen is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2016
Euro Success Wales
Lost A-list status in 2016
Dropped to B tier — Stoke City Move
Ranking Timeline
2007D$0.1M
Swansea City Debut
Allen begins his professional career with Swansea, earning a modest salary.
2012B▲▲$1M+$0.9M
Liverpool Transfer
Transfer to Liverpool significantly boosts his net worth.
2016A▲$3M+$2M
Euro Success Wales
Key role for Wales at Euro 2016 enhances his reputation and value.
2016B▼$5M+$2M
Stoke City Move
Move to Stoke City keeps his earnings stable.
2022B$7M+$2M
Returns to Swansea
Returns to Swansea later in his career.
2026B$8M+$1M
Coaching Career
Transitions to coaching, supplementing earnings and utilizing expertise.
Last updated: February 25, 2026