Opinion

The Knee Jerk – Gameweek 2 – Saturday

So far, it all seems pretty simple.

Manchester United are walking through teams and all we have to do as Fantasy managers is back them and count the points.

Romelu Lukaku – while wholly unconvincing throughout against Swansea City – again managed to earn his 53.5% of FPL managers points, with 67% of those owners backing him with the captaincy.

For all the naysaying that took place during today’s display, the fact remains that the Belgian is now three goals ahead of both Harry Kane and Gabriel Jesus – perhaps his most likely rivals for a spot in our forward lines.

Should they dare to blank in Sunday and Monday’s matches then further sales of both will follow, with Lukaku hoovering up yet more owners.

But the day truly belonged to Paul Pogba.

A 15-point haul in South Wales saw him reach new heights to follow his eight points gained in the opening weekend victory over West Ham.

A lot has been said and written on the presence of Nemanja Matic and how this has unleashed Pogba’s attacking talents. However, when we look closer, there is perhaps another individual key to Pogba’s recent boom.

In truth, Jose Mourinho’s side seemed to huff and puff through most of today’s victory, and Pogba cut a frustrated figure at times – indeed, he walked a disciplinary tightrope in the first half.

But late on, the introduction of both Marouane Fellaini and Anthony Martial seemed to galvanise matters. On their arrival, United simply eased through the gears and tore the Swans asunder, with Pogba the main benefactor.

United have now scored eight goals over two matches, with six of those strikes arriving after the 75-minute mark with Fellaini on the pitch.

When he arrives, Pogba appears unshackled to run at tired legs and spread devastation. Notably, his only points earned without Fellaini on the pitch so far has been his assist for Bailly’s opener today.

So while it’s difficult to question the thousands of FPL managers that are now flocking to Pogba, we still need to consider that, to this point, the influence of Matic has perhaps not been as significant as billed.

It’s only when Mourinho reinforces his midfield further that Pogba has proved unstoppable.

Meanwhile, Mkhitaryan quietly gained another two assists without taking control of the game or matching Pogba’s impact.

He is undoubtedly the creator to Pogba’s destroyer. The question is, are we forced to choose between them and if so, is it as straightforward as opting for the Frenchman?

Having just taken a points hit to acquire Mkhitaryan, he’s going nowhere. And with Phil Jones available for just 5.0 in a defence that’s already kept two shut-outs, this Fantasy manager can’t currently find a place for Pogba.

That’s a worry. Potentially, Pogba is transformed and, match after match, he could prove untameable for opposing defences.

But the Fellaini factor is interesting and we perhaps still need to show some caution. Leicester City in Gameweek 3 will likely provide a sterner test which may yet slow the United and Pogba juggernaut.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

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  1. THFC4LIFE
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 7 months ago

    Done TAA > Hegazi last night.... bit of a rage transfer now thinking Fraser needs to go for hit any thoughts?

    1. @persecuted_by_mods
        6 years, 7 months ago

        Just use your bench and then transfer Fraser out for free

      • Jafalad
        • 14 Years
        6 years, 7 months ago

        Probably a decent s/t transfer that may carry you to your WC. Just depends on when McAuuley returns.

        1. Jøssy ⭐
          • 9 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          McAuley may push Dawson back out to FB, or not at all. He is nearly 38 after all.

      • Ninjaa
        • 13 Years
        6 years, 7 months ago

        Is he going to stay 1st choice when Mcaully returns

    2. Ninjaa
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 7 months ago

      No money itb, 2 greens and I need to ship out JWP and Zaha. Suggestions please lads?

      1. Ninjaa
        • 13 Years
        6 years, 7 months ago

        Freebs not greens*

        1. kennethrhcp
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          Ince and tadic? Unsure of price falls and rises but both used to add to 12.5

    3. dashdriver
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 7 months ago

      I don't see why Salah to Pogba would be such a dumb transfer. It's not about not wanting Salah in my team, but about wanting Pogba more from what I've seen so far (form/fixtures/price rice etc.). It also frees up funds to strengthen other places, and if you have other transfer targets in mind, that can only be a good thing, even though it means Salah will no longer be in your team.

      1. @persecuted_by_mods
          6 years, 7 months ago

          It's not a terrible transfer but I still feel Man Utd have just been a tad lucky. Time will tell

        • Kuqi Monster
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          If you're happy with your transfer why do you care what other people think?

        • Toast
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          Funny how last week we all wanted Salah. I still think he will get plenty of goals. I was surprised to see Firmino keep his place. Perhaps Salah needs a bit more time to adjust

          1. Hot Fuzz
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Hi Toast ..nah i don't think is about adjustment... more about rotation for CL they all played midweek against hoffenheim
            and then couple of days later in PL ... i could actually see klopps mind going.. giving salah rest now and let sturrige and others have a go or let the top 3 play up front for 60 min and then give the others a run around?.... well it nearly didnt work out..right looked terrible until salah came on and then the was firmino and mane in places i havnt seen them... i think klopp now knows first the top guns.....Mane, salah and firmino the everyone else...

        • bojack
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          I'd have kept Salah.

        • Business Cat
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          I'd have kept Salah.

          A counterpart to Mane, in that free-scoring attack, but 0.5 cheaper, smashing it in pre-season...yes please!

          The probable loss of Coutinho and the Lallana injury dents in appeal of their attack a bit...but not enough to convince me to jump ship yet.

          Give it time.

      2. Atimis
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 7 months ago

        Decent?

        Foster
        Kolasinac/Stephens/Lowe
        KDB/Pogba/Miki/RLC
        Kane(c)/Kaku/Firmino

        Elliot/Carroll/Suttner/

        1. The Hindu Monkey
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          game week not even over yet, so touch premature

          but yes

          1. Atimis
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Aye aye! But thanks

      3. The Hindu Monkey
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        6 years, 7 months ago

        25 points from a hideous 8 (of which Valencia, Foster, Lukaku got me 18)

        My Harry Kane hail Mary captain needs to land. Big style...

        1. Toast
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          I hope so too otherwise we may have a Kane fire sale!

          1. Kuqi Monster
            • 13 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Before BUR? That would be great.

            1. @persecuted_by_mods
                6 years, 7 months ago

                It's crazy but if he blanks he will probably drop in price before Burnley at home

                1. The Hindu Monkey
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 9 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  he certainly will yes

                  he has to bring it

                  1. Kuqi Monster
                    • 13 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Less owners for when he scores a hatty against BUR

          2. Coot
            • 13 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Sounds familiar although I scored a little less as had Captain Salah.

            What a wonderful GW so far. Not much left to rescue my week. KDB, Alonso, Ritchie and Elliot.

        2. Gudjohnsen
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          Got two free transfers.

          Would you use a transfer or just keep this team for one more week?

          Foster (Elliot)
          Bertrand, Cedric, Daniels (Hunemeier, Rangel)
          Alli, De Bruyne, Willian, Loftus-Cheek (Carroll)
          Firmino, Kane, Lukaku

          1. Jøssy ⭐
            • 9 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            I'd be looking seriously at Daniels if you have 2FT. You don't have a backup defender at all 😯

            1. Gudjohnsen
              • 7 Years
              6 years, 7 months ago

              Thanks. I just got rid of Daniels. Am just doing that transfer for now. Want to have two free transfers after international break.

        3. HNI
          • 10 Years
          6 years, 7 months ago

          Is this good team for GW3?
          Will replace Jrod with Mounie if he doesnt score vs Stoke

          Foster
          Bertrand Suttner Hegazi
          Pogba Mikhi KDB Ramsey
          Lukaku Kane Jrod

          1. Toast
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Yes gtg

          2. JaydenLFC87
            • 10 Years
            6 years, 7 months ago

            Nice team

          3. @persecuted_by_mods
              6 years, 7 months ago

              I personally feel that's too much trust invested in Utd and it could backfire big time.

              1. HNI
                • 10 Years
                6 years, 7 months ago

                I agre..Only till GW7 when they have good fixtures and obviously form...after that ist WC time to bring Sanchez/Hazard/any this years King

                1. @persecuted_by_mods
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Playing the fixtures, good luck. I have 3 Utd but 1 of them is a defender so even if they don't score and it's a 0-0 I get something. If they lose 1-0 it could be a very painful week

            • JaydenLFC87
              • 10 Years
              6 years, 7 months ago

              Fab > Jese for free anyone??

              1. @persecuted_by_mods
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Stoke have awful fixtures don't they

                  1. JaydenLFC87
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    At home but as you can see from yday..

                    1. @persecuted_by_mods
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        That's more Arsenal being Arsenal but if you back Jesé go for it

                  2. ChelseaGuy
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I'd prefer someone like Antonio or Richarlison

                • Whats the Mata?
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 9 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  any chance Danilo starts gw3?

                  1. HNI
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Not worth the risk especially at 5.5mn

                    1. Whats the Mata?
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 9 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      I already have him. Have fraser to sort out too thus

                • FootballManiac
                  • 11 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Have we seen any 4m defenders starting??

                  1. Atimis
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Mbemba or someone like this from Newcastle should be a starter for now

                  2. Hot Fuzz
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Mmemba from watford... not bad player either....

                • Patty
                  • 9 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Was Gross really as bad as the stats are saying?
                  0 shots and 0 key passes

                  1. Atimis
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I think whole this team is horrorshow

                  2. bojack
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Brighton haven't had a kick yet!

                  3. HNI
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Better to go for their defence at best as they concede just 1 or 2 big chances at most in a game

                  4. The Hindu Monkey
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 9 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Judge him on his next game, two awful fixtures

                  5. VS10_
                    • 8 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Heard he was the worst player on the pitch. I think they might have to find him a different role than a second striker.

                • BarkKnight
                  • 8 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  thoughts on Stephens to Phil Jones? I already have Bertrand.

                  1. Atimis
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Would pull the trigger

                  2. The Hindu Monkey
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 9 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    yes

                  3. Je suis le chat
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I'd do Bertrand to Jones.

                  4. Respect My Authoritah
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Not worth a free transfer unless you have 2 saved up and nothing else to do

                • Bialystrzelec
                  • 7 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Trying to get United coverage. Who you think should I pick?

                  A Miki
                  B Pogba

                  Both of them seem to be essentials for Mourinho and have identical price tag. Do you know if Pogba is to take penalties?

                  1. bojack
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Mkhi for me as it stands.

                    The penalties question is an interesting one. If it turns out to be Pogba, that'd change my view of him and Lukaku.

                  2. ChelseaGuy
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Kaku should be on pens
                    I just think Mkhi is better for points
                    But Pogba more nailed

                  3. Jøssy ⭐
                    • 9 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I lean towards Mkhi

                • Bob_the_builder
                  • 7 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  The other day I read a few comments that Chicarito is a win for casuals.A proven goal scorer in PL that doesn't rely much on quality service but more on poaching instincts.Always going to score 15+ goals barring injury.

                  1. ChelseaGuy
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    + Antonio and Lanzini behind him

                    1. Bob_the_builder
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      On paper he is got a good support cast but the good thing is he isn't much reliant on them.Comes alive when the ball gets into the box.

                      1. ChelseaGuy
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Yea..might try to get him or Antonio in

                • FootballManiac
                  • 11 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Best 4.5m defender to get other than hegazi??

                  1. Football Weekender
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Like the look of Britos and Watford in general personally.

                  2. HNI
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Hegazi is sadly 4.6mn now :/
                    I like looks of Mee,Suttner, Britos

                  3. Je suis le chat
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Watford defender for their home games.

                • Football Weekender
                  • 7 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Kolasinac owners, what are we doing with him?

                  Doesn't seem to be moving out to LWB any time soon and hooked yesterday after an hour. Not ideal.

                  1. Deus
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Keeping until WC

                  2. Bob_the_builder
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Waiting for Kos's return to make the final call.If that doesn't move to lwb then will have to consider moving him out

                    1. Football Weekender
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      I'm considering downgrading him this week to free up cash for Pogba.

                      Just can't afford to have £6m tied up in a defender in a team not keeping clean sheets.

                      1. Bob_the_builder
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Valid point.But it was his potential attacking returns that swayed me but yes the game against LIV will probably provide a clear picture.

                        1. Football Weekender
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Same, it was the potential attacking returns which initially appealed to me but with him being shackled at centreback it's becoming increasingly difficult to justify his inclusion.

                  3. Atimis
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    He should keep his place and I will probably keep him one week longer then Trippier in

                • Deus
                  • 7 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Jese as the 4th mid?

                  1. ChelseaGuy
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Waiting for the fixtures to clear up
                    Could be the new Michu

                    1. Business Cat
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 9 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      You could be right!

                  2. Respect My Authoritah
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Looking into it. Had a good game

                • conners88
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 10 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  De Bruyne & Lejeune > Pogba & Hegazi 1.8M ITB

                  2 FT for Week3, now or wait until after Monday night? what to get on any further price rises.

                  1. Hotdogs for Tea
                    • 8 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I have never quite got my mind around selling premium players in a game week before they have actually played their game ?

                    1. conners88
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 10 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      agreed, but sometimes price rises dictate

                      1. Hotdogs for Tea
                        • 8 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Pogba rose last night though and I doubt he will rise again this week, never mind today ?

                        1. Business Cat
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 9 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          I think you'll get a 0.2 rise out of Pogba this week.

                          This bandwagon seems stronger than Xhaka's...he got a 0.2 bump.

                          1. Hotdogs for Tea
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            But Pogba will not rise tonight so surely wait to sell KdB until he plays - you could get a hatty and double digit rise himself

                • Ones to Watch from GWK 2 so far
                  J0E
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • Has Moderation Rights
                  • 14 Years
                  6 years, 7 months ago

                  Fantasy Football Scout daily hot topic

                  Ones to Watch from Gameweek 2 so far

                  Pogba is the main attraction in the transfer market – unsurprisingly after his sensational score in Gameweek 2.

                  But there have been some other transfer targets to emerge for those looking for even cheaper options or already own the Frenchman. Here’s a couple I’ve picked out.

                  Antonio

                  The West Ham winger caught the eye in GWK 2 with all three of his close range efforts on target. In terms of shots in the box – he is currently the fifth quickest. With new, HUDD, wba and SWA in his next five he looks a great option at 7.5.

                  Richarlison

                  The returns in both his matches, including an 11 point return in his first start against Bournemouth the Watford midfielder is looking great value at 6.0. A home tie against Brighton next week could give immediate returns. He currently has the fastest rate of close range efforts of any Prem Lg player.

                  Who else have you got your eye on for a transfer – either this coming Gameweek or over the international break? Do either of these appeal? Or is it all about Pogba and no one else?

                  1. ChelseaGuy
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    That's the exact 2 I'm keeping my eye on

                    1. FPL Daniel
                      • 14 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Pogba only. Sorry Johnty. No time (for now) for this risky potential targets

                  2. VS10_
                    • 8 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Got Antonio in yesterday.

                    1. J0E
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • Has Moderation Rights
                      • 14 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Good man.

                      My current transfer targets are

                      1. Eriksen
                      2. One of Pogba or Mkhi - probably Pogba
                      3. Antonio

                      Can't have them all and Eriksen may take priority but I do like the look of Antonio.

                      1. Scholes Balls
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Pogba over Mkhi seems like bandwagon thinking

                        1. Dokdok666
                          • 9 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          You haven't looked at the stats?

                      2. VS10_
                        • 8 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        You always feel regret right after Saturday night transfers (got Pogba too with second ft) when you haven't even seen City and Spurs yet but want some team value.

                        1. J0E
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • Has Moderation Rights
                          • 14 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Yep, that's why I've waited.

                          I really want Pogba...but 0.1 or even 0.2 doesn't bother me. Prefer to wait a few days and assess KDB situation, Salah.

                          I've 5 players still to go this week - would be annoying to remove a player only to see one or two of those get injured and better transfer possibility emerge.

                          1. Toast
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 13 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Thank you Jonty. That's what I am doing but needed the reassurance

                      3. Mick J
                        • 8 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Eriksen rather than Alli, you reckon?

                        1. Mick J
                          • 8 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Sorry, I just noticed the discussion further down.

                    2. ChelseaGuy
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Sneaked him into my draft team

                  3. Football Weekender
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Richarlison & Jese looking very interesting for the 4th midfielder spot.

                    1. J0E
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • Has Moderation Rights
                      • 14 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      I don't usually have much interest in players like richarlison - but returns in both matches hints at consistency and he has the immediate good fixture too.

                      Jese had a great debut - alot to prove so that could bode well for more returns.

                      1. Football Weekender
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Ritchie also in the £6m 4th midfielder mix - let's see how he gets on today.

                      2. Whats the Mata?
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 9 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        but is he nailed?

                      3. Jøssy ⭐
                        • 9 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        In what sense, "players like Ricarlison"?

                        1. J0E
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • Has Moderation Rights
                          • 14 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Watford players 🙂

                          1. Jøssy ⭐
                            • 9 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            😆 Fair point!! 🙂

                    2. Deus
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Yup

                  4. Speédy
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Tripppier

                    1. ChelseaGuy
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Got PVA as placeholder
                      But so hard to move him out with SWA next week

                    2. J0E
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • Has Moderation Rights
                      • 14 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Good choice.

                      In the clamour for Man Utd assets I think others are being neglected - especially SPurs assets.

                      I do like the two Man U mids - but for me Eriksen looks the priority....and if I was looking for a defender Trippier would be right up there.

                      1. Kuqi Monster
                        • 13 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Why Eriksen over Alli?

                        1. Business Cat
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 9 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Because Son ruins Alli a bit...but arguably improves Eriksen.

                          1. Kuqi Monster
                            • 13 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            How come?

                            1. Business Cat
                              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                              • 9 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Son, when he plays scores all the goals Alli normally would in the number 10 position.

                              Alli tends to play deeper with Son on the pitch.

                        2. J0E
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • Has Moderation Rights
                          • 14 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Greater spread of pts potential with Assists, goals and bonus.

                          I do like both though and a bit like Mkhi and Pogba I don't think you can go wrong with either. Eriksen just seems like a great put in and forget type player that will bring in consistent returns, without being flashy.

                          1. Kuqi Monster
                            • 13 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            One will likely be coming in for Willian for me ready for BUR

                      2. Geoff
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • Has Moderation Rights
                        • 11 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        I think that's because we need to see them play first Jonty.

                        Eriksen is top of my list but I'm not really thinking about it until I watch the game

                  5. conners88
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Jesse looked quality against Arsenal

                  6. Je suis le chat
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    7.5m for a West Ham mid is a bit much. That Stone midfielder who scored could be good.

                    1. VS10_
                      • 8 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      It does feel like that tbf when the United mids are just 0.6m more.When I went to the transfer page I thought he was 7m. He has still in the last couple of years played a number of games in RWB and won't anymore so I believe numbers could improve.

                  7. Business Cat
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 9 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    I'll be looking to bring Eriksen and Trippier in, assuming good things in the game today.

                    However Ritchie to Jese in my 4th mid spot eventually could work.

                    As Chelseaguy said...could be Michu #2

                    1. ChelseaGuy
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Could work..it's his fixtures which are putting me off

                      1. Business Cat
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 9 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Yeah...maybe wait a few weeks. As Newcastle's good fixtures ends, Stoke's start to get better.

                        So a straight swap...handy ^_^

                        1. ChelseaGuy
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Nice. GL mate

                  8. Hotdogs for Tea
                    • 8 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Jesé

                  9. Respect My Authoritah
                    • 10 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    RLC for the value and good combo with Carroll. Allows the rest of the attack to be pretty heavy.

                    1. Rödallegabomb ᴿᴮ
                      • 11 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      This.

                      Both played well and could have easily picked up some points - set pieces and potential penalties for Carroll and an advanced position for RLC whilst Zaha is out means this could really work nicely.

                  10. THFC4LIFE
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 7 Years
                    6 years, 7 months ago

                    Richarlison looks a decent prospect for the 4th midfielder slot

                  11. @persecuted_by_mods
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Trippier at 5.4 will be incredible value, Blind if he's nailed is worth the extra .5 over Jones considering he's on corners. Richarlison looks lively and as I thought Marco Silva is already working his magic

                      Hernandez is one to keep an eye on, gonna have great support with Lanzini Antonio etc

                      1. Pieterke30
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        What if they sign Aurier though?

                        Agreed Trippier 5.4 is great but if they buy Aurier he won't always start

                    • bojack
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Antonio certainly looked to have played from what I saw on Match of the Day. With that said, West Ham appear to be an absolute mess. Is 7.5 not a bit much for a piece of that shambles when Mkhi is just .6 more?

                      Robertson looked to have played very well yesterday. Also if Mahrez sticks around he could become an option again when Leicester's fixtures turn, he was outstanding yesterday.

                      1. Respect My Authoritah
                        • 10 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Robertson could be gold if he gets the spot (which he should)

                    • danishdynamite
                      • 13 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      I thought Robertson looked excellent for Liverpool yesterday

                      Much better defensively than Moreno (not saying much) and seemed very integral to attacks up the left

                      1. danishdynamite
                        • 13 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Oh, and RLC looked more than decent enough to keep as my 4th mid to rotate with Carroll as and when needed

                    • Markus
                      • 14 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      One of Eric Maxim or Jese once fixtures clear up seem great option for 4th mid so got a few weeks to monitor

                      Chicarito

                    • FPL Virgin
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 7 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Ramsey continues to post interesting stats, although he did pass the eye test on MOTD so much. The 3 at the back system does seem to suit him. The data from GW 29 last season to now is compelling.

                      1. Business Cat
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 9 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        3.5m cheaper than Lacazette...plays further forward most of the time it seems 🙂

                      2. FPL Virgin
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        *didn't pass

                        1. Toast
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 13 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          I watched the game and I thought Ramsey was their best player. Was very lively and made some good runs into the box. My only worry was he was a bit deep lying

                    • Ludo
                      • 10 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      This is really only something to consider for the WC, but Chalobah looks like he might just be the pick of the 4.5 midfielders

                      1. @persecuted_by_mods
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          I'm on RLC has been the best, it's just palace have been awful around him. Could easily be on 3 assists by now

                          1. Geoff
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • Has Moderation Rights
                            • 11 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Should have had one if Benteke could finish 😀

                      2. Stat Sloth
                        • 8 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Jese. Amazing display after minimal time with the club. Just think what he can do to Stoke when he gets to know his teammates better.

                      3. FPL Virgin
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Don't forget Butland as well, Jonty!

                      4. Geoff
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • Has Moderation Rights
                        • 11 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        I didn't think TFM would start right away, so now I'm considering PVA > TFM

                        1. Andy_Social
                          • 11 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          I shifted TFM out for Hegazi after GW1. I just don't see any clean sheets at Palace.

                      5. Jamie_GAWA
                        • 7 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Chicarito?

                      6. Permian23
                        • 13 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        No one seems to have mentioned Robertson, for Liverpool. Fantastic attacking. He's 4.9m now. I'm tempted to get both Robertson and Moreno, bench one of them and watch the other one impersonate Alonso down the left.

                        1. Andy_Social
                          • 11 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Robertson should nail that spot, but don't overlook the cheaper TAA once mid-week CL's are off.

                          I would never have given Stokies a second thought but they look transformed with the two new arrivals. I got Jese in for Zaha ahead of the latter's price drop, but the 5,5 EM C-M also looks great value. He was shifted to the wing to accommodate Berahino coming on and so dipped under the radar, but he started behind Jese and looked deadly.

                        2. MrZ
                          • 9 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Well if you choose the wrong one & come as cameo while the other score & CS....

                      7. Tommo1888
                        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                        • 14 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        McGuire is on the watch list , see how things go over the next few fixtures , possible replacement for Bournemouth defenders since they appear to be struggling for clean sheets.

                      8. I am here to Michu
                        • 6 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Actually Jonty, I didnt get to watch the Watford match. But, I checked the whoscored chalkmaps. As you pointed, Antonio and Richarlison were everywhere.
                        Certainly, one of the two will go into my team now that you have emphasized on it too. Looks like Richarlison for now.

                    • Patty
                      • 9 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Team is

                      Foster Elliot
                      Kolasinac Danilo Bertrand Daniels Suttner
                      KDB Ramsey JWP Gross Carroll
                      Kane Lukaku Firmino

                      Should my priority transfers out be JWP and Danilo?

                      1. SpaceCadet
                        • 10 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Yes

                    • Dr. DOOM
                      • 6 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      Foster
                      Daniels-Stephens-Kola
                      Ramsey-Ritchie-KDB-Willian
                      Luka-Kane-Firmino

                      Elliot. Suttner-Long-Carroll

                      26 pts. Any chance I'll cross the average? 🙁

                    • The SK
                      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                      • 6 Years
                      6 years, 7 months ago

                      On 26 points with Elliot, KDB, Willian and Kane to play. How is this compared to others on here?

                      1. Dr. DOOM
                        • 6 Years
                        6 years, 7 months ago

                        Wow. Same for me i guess.

                        1. Dr. DOOM
                          • 6 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          as

                          1. The SK
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 6 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Hopefully Kane does something

                      2. @persecuted_by_mods
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          41 with Alli Lowe Jesus left

                        • THFC4LIFE
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          On 24 points with Dann autosub 2 points and Mounie Eriksen Jesus KDB left to play bit of a disaster.... but last week I had 26 points from Saturday then got 44 from Eriksen De gea and Lukaku on Sunday so all is not lost

                          1. @persecuted_by_mods
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              You've got solid players left, I wouldn't worry at all

                          2. Tim Canterbury
                            • 12 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            40 with Kane KDB Danilo to come

                          3. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            33 with only Elliot and Jesus left. A poor week all round

                          4. Hotdogs for Tea
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            29 with Kane, KdB and Alonso

                          5. Urchin
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            35 with Kane (c) willain Davies walker to go...
                            Phillips 6 points sitting on bench.... Sadly

                          6. Business Cat
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 9 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            About the same as most.

                            I've got 26 after hits.

                            Kane, Mounie, Ritchie, KDB to play

                          7. Pino
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            37p with Danilo, KdB, Mounie and Kane to play.

                          8. Dacra
                            • 9 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            41 with Alonso, Danilo, Alli, Willian, KdB left.

                            Hoping for a good week.

                            1. The SK
                              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                              • 6 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Big fat green arrow

                          9. Big Daddy Sam
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 11 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Alright for some. I'm on 16 with Willian, Kane, Kun & Jesus to play. Captained Salah ffs

                        • Bialystrzelec
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Who is on penalties at ManUtd?

                          1. Tim Canterbury
                            • 12 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Lukaku

                          2. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Most likely Lukaku. Possibly Pogba

                          3. ChelseaGuy
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Kaku most probably
                            Pogba with an outside chance

                        • The Overthinker
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Jesus going down is so surprising.
                          People doing transfers even before city play their match

                          1. Sims
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Sold kdb last night

                            1. Hotdogs for Tea
                              • 8 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Great thanks, a brace and assist in coming for me 😉

                          2. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            -70%

                            Not close yet

                        • Sims
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Alonso to tripper (5.4) looking like an obvious transfer now

                          1. The Overthinker
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            When trippier is fit

                            1. Sims
                              • 7 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Perfect time for him to gain full fitness. Juicy fixtures coming up

                              Plus allows me to get richarlison or jese for atsu

                              1. The Overthinker
                                • 7 Years
                                6 years, 7 months ago

                                And here if I want him, I have to bring in one of atsu or Tarroll

                          2. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Indeed. No value in any defenders over 5.5 imo

                            1. bojack
                              • 7 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Bailly says hi.

                            2. Mick J
                              • 8 Years
                              6 years, 7 months ago

                              Alonso?

                          3. XabiAlonso
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            May do the same when he is starting

                        • Pino
                          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                          • 8 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          West Ham getting good fixtures now. Anyone considering Chicharito? So many good "cheap" strikers I'm not sure Kane is worth it event if he starts scoring goals.

                          1. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Looks good short term. He'll do well, but I still slightly prefer Gabbiadini

                          2. ChelseaGuy
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Chicharito or Antonio for me

                          3. XabiAlonso
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Already got him was planning on shipping out for firmino maybe not now

                        • Patty
                          • 9 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Tempted by KDB, JWP, Danilo > Pogba, Antonio, Trippier -8, contingent on how KDB plays

                        • Roys Peak
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Too knee-jerky?
                          KDB and Daniels---> Pogba and trippier
                          also 1.6m itb.
                          cheers

                        • drughi
                          • 14 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Who is priority to get rid of ? JWP, Jrod or daniels ?

                          JWP>RLC to free up some cash
                          Daniels>Dawson/Jones

                          1. Roys Peak
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            daniels to dawson for me. dawson has been great

                          2. XabiAlonso
                            • 8 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Jwp if he is dropped now

                        • bojack
                          • 7 Years
                          6 years, 7 months ago

                          Current thinking for GW3, can I get away with saving FT?

                          Foster
                          Kompany Bertrand Dann
                          KDB Eriksen Phillips Carroll
                          Kane(c) Lukaku Gabbi

                          Elliot Fraser Löwe 4.0

                          1. Respect My Authoritah
                            • 10 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Yeah, think so. I wouldn't be comfortable selling any of your starters except for Phillips, and there's no need to there either

                          2. Business Cat
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 9 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            No Pogba!? #shocked 😉

                            You're fine

                          3. G-Whizz
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • Has Moderation Rights
                            • 6 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Hold

                          4. bojack
                            • 7 Years
                            6 years, 7 months ago

                            Cheers all