Is Phillip Cocu A-List?
NoB
No — Phillip Cocu is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1998
Barcelona Transfer
Lost A-list status in 2008
Dropped to B tier — Retires from playing
Ranking Timeline
1995B$0.5M
PSV Eindhoven Move
Joins PSV, enhancing his career.
1998A▲$3M+$2.5M
Barcelona Transfer
Signs with Barcelona, boosting profile.
2004A$7M+$4M
Returns to PSV
Returns to PSV as key player.
2008B▼$9M+$2M
Retires from playing
Ends playing career, starts coaching.
2013B$12M+$3M
PSV Manager Role
Manages PSV Eindhoven.
2018B$15M+$3M
Fenerbahce Manager
Manages Fenerbahce.
2020B$18M+$3M
Derby County Manager
Managing Derby County.
2026B$20M+$2M
Established Manager
Remains a respected figure in football.
Last updated: February 23, 2026