Is Tiago Mendes A-List?
NoB
No — Tiago Mendes is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2010
Atletico Madrid Move
Lost A-list status in 2017
Dropped to B tier — Retirement Announcement
Ranking Timeline
2002C$0.1M
Benfica Debut
Tiago begins his professional career at Benfica.
2004B▲$1M+$0.9M
Chelsea Signing
Transfers to Chelsea in the Premier League.
2005B$2M+$1M
Lyon Transfer
Moves to Lyon, playing in Ligue 1.
2010A▲$5M+$3M
Atletico Madrid Move
Signs with Atlético Madrid, solidifying his career.
2014A$10M+$5M
La Liga Champion
Wins La Liga title with Atlético Madrid.
2016A$12M+$2M
Champions League Final
Reaches Champions League final with Atlético.
2017B▼$15M+$3M
Retirement Announcement
Tiago retires from professional football.
2026B$15M
Post-Football Career
Tiago enjoys his post-football career.
Last updated: February 25, 2026