Is Per Mertesacker A-List?
NoB
No — Per Mertesacker is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2014
World Cup Winner
Lost A-list status in 2017
Dropped to B tier — Arsenal FA Cup Win
Ranking Timeline
2003D$0.1M
Hannover 96 Debut
Begins professional career with Hannover 96.
2006C▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Joins Werder Bremen
Transfers to Werder Bremen.
2011B▲$1M+$0.5M
Moves to Arsenal
Transfers to Arsenal.
2014A▲$5M+$4M
World Cup Winner
Wins the FIFA World Cup with Germany.
2017B▼$10M+$5M
Arsenal FA Cup Win
Wins FA Cup with Arsenal.
2018B$25M+$15M
Retires and Coaches
Retires and becomes coach at Arsenal Academy.
2026B$25M
Respected Academy Manager
Known for shaping future talent in Arsenal.
Last updated: February 23, 2026