Erling Haaland, priced at £15.4 million, has had a mixed performance in recent gameweeks. Despite his initial average of 12.6 points, his score dropped to two points per game in the last three. With Southampton up next, Fantasy Premier League managers are advised to stick with him for one more gameweek before considering redistribution of funds.
Players to Consider This Week
- Goalkeepers & Defense: Robert Sanchez from Chelsea offers a reliable option, averaging 4.5 saves per game. Manchester City’s Josko Gvardiol and Rico Lewis also look strong, facing a Southampton side that has struggled to score.
- Midfield Picks: Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) remains a solid choice for home games, while Tottenham’s Dejan Kulusevski, one of the top players in key passes, is set to face a struggling Crystal Palace. Everton’s Dwight McNeil and Brighton’s Georginio Rutter also provide affordable, impactful options.
- Strikers: Haaland, set as captain, and Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa are standout choices, with Watkins having five goals in his past five games.
Fantasy 606 Podcast Insights
In this week’s episode, Statman Dave and Thomas Woods discuss strategic FPL moves, such as potentially using the triple captain chip on Haaland. They recommend keeping Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka if fit, but also suggest alternatives like Cole Palmer and Son Heung-min.
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