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Line-up Lessons – Gameweek 23 – Part Two

Fabian Delph limps off at Anfield to open up a new potential route into the Manchester City defence. Antonio Valencia makes his impact felt upon returning to the Man United XI, while the suspension-free Troy Deeney stakes his claim for starts by emerging from the bench to help Watford earn an unlikely point.

Here’s the second of our Line-up Lessons articles – the first is here – assessing the teamsheets and formations from Gameweek 23, with one eye on what’s to come over the midweek FA Cup replays and the weekend.

Manchester City

Starting XI: Ederson; Walker, Stones, Otamendi, Delph (Danilo 31); De Bruyne, Fernandinho, Gundogan; Sterling (Bernardo Silva 71), Aguero, Sane. Subs not used: Bravo, Mangala, Silva, Zinchenko, Diaz.

  • What we saw: David Silva was kept among the substitutes for the trip to Liverpool with social media reports suggesting that he had been struggling with a stomach bug. That meant that Ilkay Gundogan started alongside Kevin De Bruyne and just in front of holding midfield Fernandinho in the usual 4-1-2-3 formation. But a knee injury for Fabian Delph meant Pep Guardiola was forced into making an early change, with Danilo taking over at left-back.
  • What we learned: The injury to Delph should open the door for Danilo (5.0) to claim regular starts. Given that they have home fixtures against Newcastle United and West Bromwich Albion up next, Guardiola may even consider moving to a back three, which would make Leroy Sane a possible option at left wing-back. With both a potential illness and personal reasons affecting David Silva’s availability, Gundogan remains a possible starter in central midfield. Bernardo Silva is the alternative to Sane and Raheem Sterling out wide as Guardiola looks to cope with a busy schedule which also sees City play the second leg of their EFL Cup semi-final against Bristol City a week tonight.

Current Status: Fairly Settled
Risk Areas: Left-back, central midfield, lone striker

Manchester United

Starting XI: De Gea; Valencia, Smalling, Jones, Shaw; Matic; Mata (McTominay 83), Pogba, Lingard (Fellaini 80), Martial (Rashford 80); Lukaku. Subs not used: Lindelof, Rojo, Herrera, Pereira.

  • What we saw: Jose Mourinho used a 4-2-3-1 formation last night for the home encounter against Stoke City, with the fit-again Antonio Valencia returning at right-back. Chris Smalling was favoured alongside Phil Jones in central defence as Marcos Rojo dropped to the bench, while Anthony Martial got the nod on the left wing. Romelu Lukaku led the line having recovered from a head injury. The introduction of Marouane Fellaini for Jesse Lingard saw United switch to a 4-3-3, with the Belgian joining Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic in central midfield.
  • What we learned: With a trip to Burnley up next on Saturday, Mourinho may revert to the 4-3-3 system that yielded a 2-0 in the last away match against Everton. Smalling could now retain his place alongside Jones, who looks an assured starter when fit. Yet Ashley Young’s return from suspension is expected to oust Luke Shaw from the XI – the latter has started each of the last four matches at left-back. Either Ander Herrera or Fellaini could join Matic and Pogba in the middle of the park, with Juan Mata the player most likely to make way. That could see Pogba given more freedom to join the attack as he did in the Gameweek 22 victory at Everton. Rashford is a possible alternative to Martial on the left, though the Frenchman’s impressive showing against the Potters means he couuld retain his start. However, United have emerged as the favourites to snap up Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal and the Chilean could even be fast-tracked onto the teamsheet if a deal is completed before the weekend.

Current Status: Slightly Unsettled
Risk Areas: Left-back, central defence, central midfield, flanks

Newcastle United

Starting XI: Darlow; Yedlin, Lascelles, Clark, Dummett; Shelvey (Merino 81), Diame, Atsu, Ritchie; Perez; Gayle (Joselu 64). Subs not used: Elliot, Haidara, Hayden, Manquillo, Murphy.

  • What we saw: Rafa Benitez opted for an attacking 4-2-3-1 formation for the home clash against Swansea City, with Jamaal Lascelles fit to return to central defence. DeAndre Yedlin and Paul Dummett were preferred over Javier Manquillo in the full-back positions, while Jonjo Shelvey and Mo Diame got the nod at the base of midfield. Rob Elliot returned to the bench following a thigh injury, but Karl Darlow retained his start in goal. Dwight Gayle was forced off with a knock, seeing Joselu take over in attack.
  • What we learned: After scoring as a substitute, and with Gayle an early doubt for Saturday’s trip to Man City, Joselu may well start at the Etihad Stadium. However, as witnessed as recently as Gameweek 20 against the same opponents, Benitez could attempt to frustrate City with a 5-4-1 set-up – this could see Chancel Mbemba handed a central defensive berth unless Florian Lejeune is ready to return following a foot injury. Mikel Merino and Isaac Hayden are viable starters in central midfield, while Jacob Murphy is the main alternative out wide. It’s possible that with another week’s training, Elliot could push for a start in goal, although Darlow has arguably performed well enough over the last three Gameweeks.

Current Status: Fairly Settled
Risk Areas: Goalkeeper, central midfield, lone striker

Southampton

Starting XI: McCarthy; Cedric Soares, Stephens, Hoedt, Bertrand; Hojbjerg, Romeu; Ward-Prowse (Sims 90), Tadic (Boufal 90), Davis (Lemina 62); Long. Subs not used: Forster, Pied, Bednarek, Gabbiadini.

  • What we saw: Cedric Soares returned from injury for Saints as they travelled to Watford, while Wesley Hoedt was fit to replace the injured Maya Yoshida in central defence. After being left out for the 1-0 win over Fulham in the FA Cup, Dusan Tadic returned on the left wing in place of Sofiane Boufal in the 4-2-3-1 formation. Alex McCarthy kept his place in goal at the expense of Fraser Forster.
  • What we learned: Although Southampton surrendered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2, an encouraging performance, certainly from an attacking perspective, makes changes unlikely for Sunday’s home fixture with Tottenham Hotspur. Boufal and Mario Lemina are the players most likely to push for starts, with Shane Long’s improved form meaning he’s set to make a fifth successive start as the lone striker. Yoshida has a hamstring injury, so the back four may stay unchanged.

Current Status: Fairly settled
Risk Areas: Central defence, central midfield, attacking midfield, flanks

Stoke City

Starting XI: Butland; Bauer, Zouma, Martins Indi, Tymon (Wimmer 46); Allen, Fletcher; Shaqiri, Ireland, Choupo-Moting (Ramadan 60); Crouch (Diouf 70). Subs not used: Afellay, Adam, Grant, Edwards.

  • What we saw: Caretaker boss Eddie Niedzwiecki opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation for the trip to Manchester United, with Stephen Ireland handed a first start of the season in the No 10 role. New arrival Moritz Bauer made his Premier League debut at right-back, while Josh Tymon was given just his second start of the season at left-back in place of the injured Erik Pieters. Bruno Martins Indi returned from injury to start in central defence. Niedzwiecki decided to make a change at half-time, with Kevin Wimmer brought on for Tymon in a straight swap following a testing first half for the former Hull City defender.
  • What we learned: After Paul Lambert was appointed the new Stoke manager yesterday, he will doubtless bring new ideas ahead of Saturday’s home meeting with Huddersfield. Mame Biram Diouf provides the main attacking alternative to Peter Crouch, with Ramadan Sobhi another option out wide. If Pieters remains sidelined, it looks a choice between Tymon and Wimmer for the left-back spot, unless Ryan Shawcross can overcome a calf injury. That would make Martins Indi a possible solution on the left side of the defence, while Geoff Cameron could be another viable starter if fit.

Current Status: Very unsettled
Risk Areas: All areas

Swansea City

Starting XI: Fabianski; van der Hoorn (Roberts 65), Mawson, Bartley, Olsson; Carroll, Clucas, Ki Sung-Yueng, Dyer (Narsingh 85), Ayew; McBurnie (Bony 70). Subs not used: Nordfeldt, Fer, Fernandez, Mesa.

  • What we saw: After favouring a three-man defence in recent matches, Carlos Carvalhal switched back to a 4-4-2 for the trip to Newcastle. Oliver McBurnie was preferred to Wilfried Bony alongside Jordan Ayew up front, while Nathan Dyer (right) and Tom Carroll (left) started out wide. Ki Sung-Yueng returned from injury to partner Sam Clucas in central midfield, while Mike van der Hoorn filled in at right-back, with Angel Rangel and Kyle Naughton missing to injury and suspension respectively. Kyle Bartley was surprisingly favoured over Federico Fernandez in central defence and also named skipper. Van der Hoorn’s afternoon was cut short after picking up a knock, with Connor Roberts taking over in a straight swap.
  • What we learned: Although Carvalhal opted for a 4-4-2 last weekend, Swansea’s home clash with Liverpool on Monday night means he could switch back to a 3-5-2. Bony is currently short of match fitness but is likely to push for a recall in place of McBurnie. Tammy Abraham will also be an option if he recovers from the abdominal problem that has seen him miss the last two outings. Dyer’s start will be at risk if Carvalhal does switch to a back three, with Carroll’s start perhaps in less danger given that he can move into central midfield. But should Renato Sanches (hamstring) be passed fit, the Portuguese international could challenge either Carroll or Clucas for a starting berth. Naughton will be available to return following his ban and should return on the right side of the Swansea defence. After being dropped, Fernandez may only earn a recall if there is a switch to a three-man defence. The Swans host Wolverhampton Wanderers in an FA Cup third round replay tomorrow night, so Carvalhal’s team selection for that match should provide clues as to his thinking for Gameweek 24.

Current Status: Slightly Unsettled
Risk Areas: Central defenders, central midfield, forwards

Tottenham Hotspur

Starting XI: Lloris; Aurier, Sanchez, Vertonghen, Davies; Dier (Wanyama 74), Dembele (Sissoko 82); Son Heung-min, Alli, Eriksen (Lamela 87); Kane. Subs not used: Vorm, Trippier, Llorente, Walker-Peters.

  • What we saw: Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino kept faith in the 4-2-3-1 formation for the visit of Everton to Wembley, with Mousa Dembele chosen to join Eric Dier in the double-pivot. Serge Aurier was preferred to Kieran Trippier at right-back.
  • What we learned: Following a convincing display against the Toffees, changes are unlikely for Sunday’s trip to Southampton. Trippier could replace Aurier at right-back, while Victor Wanyama and Moussa Sissoko are possible alternatives to Dembele in the middle of the park. Having missed the last couple of matches due to an ankle injury, Harry Winks is unlikely to push for a start even if available to return.

Current Status: Fairly settled
Risk Areas: Right-back, central midfield

Watford

Starting XI: Gomes; Janmaat, Wague, Kabasele, Zeegelaar; Doucoure, Cleverley (Pereyra 35), Watson (Deeney 46); Carrillo, Gray (Okaka 73), Richarlison. Subs not used: Karnezis, Prodl, Mariappa, Holebas.

  • What we saw: Although Troy Deeney was available again following his suspension, Marco Silva decided to start with Andre Gray as the lone striker in the usual 4-2-3-1 formation against Southampton. Ben Watson got another start at the base of midfield, while Tom Cleverley took up the No 10 role. Cleverley’s afternoon ended after picking up a knock, however, seeing Roberto Pereyra enter the fray in a straight swap. Then with his side 2-0 down at half-time, Silva decided to introduce Deeney in place of Watson, switching to a 4-4-2 formation.
  • What we learned: The success of fielding two strikers could provide Silva with food for thought, offering an alternative to a 4-2-3-1 or 3-4-2-1. Should Cleverley be ruled out for Saturday’s trip to Leicester, the 4-4-2 may be an option this weekend, while Pereyra is the like-for-like alternative in a 4-2-3-1. Unless any injured players are available to return, Silva’s options in other positions appear limited.

Current Status: Fairly Settled
Risk Areas: Attacking midfield, forwards

West Bromwich Albion

Starting XI: Foster; Dawson (Nyom 81), Hegazi, Evans (McAuley 84), Gibbs; Phillips, Krychowiak, Barry, Brunt; Rodriguez (Livermore 79), Rondon. Subs not used: Robson-Kanu, Yacob, Myhill, McClean.

  • What we saw: Alan Pardew again opted for a 4-4-2 formation, and was able to hand a recall to Matt Phillips on the right wing after the midfielder recovered from a hamstring injury. Grzegorz Krychowiak got the nod to partner Gareth Barry in central midfield, while Jonny Evans and Kieran Gibbs were both fit to start in defence. Pardew switched to a more defensive 4-5-1 late on in order to try and preserve the 2-0 lead, bringing on Jake Livermore in central midfield for Jay Rodriguez.
  • What we learned: After registering his first Premier League win since taking charge at The Hawthorns, Pardew is likely to name a similar starting XI for Saturday’s trip to Everton. Livermore is the main alternative in central midfield, or if Pardew considers switching to a more defensive 4-5-1 at Goodison Park. James McClean is perhaps an option to challenge for a start on the left wing in place of Chris Brunt, though the latter’s creativity and set-piece delivery is becoming increasingly vital.

Current Status: Settled
Risk Areas: Central midfield

West Ham United

Starting XI: Adrian: Collins, Ogbonna, Cresswell; Zabaleta, Kouyate, Noble, Obiang, Masuaku; Arnautovic (Ayew 83), Lanzini (Rice 85). Subs not used: Hart, Hernandez, Burke, Cullen.

  • What we saw: David Moyes went with a 3-5-1-1 formation for the trip to Huddersfield Town, with Manuel Lanzini stationed in a central support role behind lone striker Marko Arnautovic. Mark Noble, Pedro Obiang and Cheikhou Kouyate all started in central midfield, with Kouyate the most advanced of the three. Aaron Cresswell and James Collins returned from injury to start in the back three, with Winston Reid missing out due to a groin injury, while Declan Rice dropped to the bench. Rice did come on for the final five minutes, helping shore up the defence as the Hammers looked to see the match out.
  • What we learned: Following one of their best performances of the season, Moyes will surely be tempted to preserve the same XI for Saturday’s home clash against Bournemouth. However, it’s worth noting that, following a 3-3 draw away to the Cherries in Gameweek 20, the Hammers boss has operated with a 3-5-1-1 in the last two away matches. At home, on the other hand, he has opted for a more attacking 3-4-2-1 in each of the last four. If he’s available to return, Reid could earn a recall in place of Collins. Andy Carroll missed out last weekend due to an ankle injury, but if he’s fit, does provide a different option in attack. Having scored both goals in the previous home match against West Brom, he could lead the line with Arnautovic supporting alongside Lanzini. A change to a 3-4-2-1 could find a spot for Michail Antonio, were he to recover from a calf injury, or Andre Ayew.

Current Status: Settled
Risk Areas: Central defenders, central midfield, lone striker

1,139 Comments Post a Comment
  1. TLF
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Ox worth the risk (rotation wise) over Albrighton for Liverpool triple up? He is looking much better on player comparison tool and plays for a better team....

    1. Ajax Hamsterdam
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      curious to know as well 🙂

    2. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      He's a risky punt but could pay off well.
      Looked lively last night and seems to have become a regular starter

    3. Pacer.
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      No. Way punty.

      Didn't do much except score a goal that probably should've been saved

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

        Ok thanks for your thoughts

  2. Steve Stiffler
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Pope
    Maguire - Otamendi - Alonso
    Salah(VC) - Son - Sterling - Pogba - Arnie
    Kane(C) - Wilson

    Elliot - Depoirte - Ogbonna - Mbemba

    GTG for next week and subs correct??

    1. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Yep nice team

      1. Steve Stiffler
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        didnt know to go with Wilson or Depoirte but seen a number of people saying that Depoirte may not play, but cheers man

    2. Zladan
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Gtg if you ask me... our teams are very similar, differing only on the following in starting xi:

      Pope v Adrian
      Maguire v Masuaku
      Otamendi v Jones
      Wilson v Firmino

  3. michhhh
    • 6 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    maguire or stones for next gw?

    1. Steve Stiffler
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Maguire

    2. SkeletONv01
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Stones if no Otamendi.

    3. Chris_White
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Stones

    4. Bavarian
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Maguire has attacking threats , a long term choice...

    5. Matt Sk
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      stones

      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Magurie, had a dream tonight of him scoring against Watford in a 3:0 win (I don't own him btw.)

  4. FPL ZB
    • Has Moderation Rights
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    It's very odd seeing an entire fanbase begging a player to leave their club.

    1. Delhidynamo
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      If we get Auba to play alongside him, we're gonna see a new player

      1. Duffy Dunk
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        I guess Auba wants to move to a better team, which Arsenal is not now.

    2. Zladan
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Fickle fan base.

  5. Thunder Warrior
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Quick pool:
    A) Lanzini
    B) Ox
    C) Albrighton
    D) Shaqiri

    1. Steve Stiffler
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A

    2. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A

    3. Delhidynamo
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A

      B is close

    4. yakirh
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A

    5. Rik Waller
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A easy

  6. Killitzer
    • 14 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Afternoon all. After a terrible start I've managed to claw my way back into contention but i have some serious weaknesses- only 1GK, daddy defence and Niasse!

    Pickford-Speroni*
    Jones- Otamedi- Mee- Ogbonna- Mbemba*
    Salah- Son- Mahrez- Sterling- Arnautovic
    Kane- Firmino- Niasse*
    £0 itb

    I think I can get away with 0 changes this week but was thinking of this the following week:
    1. Son--> Lingard (frees up 1.7m)
    2. Speroni--> De Gea
    or
    3. Mee/Ogbonna--> decent defender
    or
    4, niasse --> Wilson (or similar)

    Any thoughts would be appreciated!

    1. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Just going to echo what many have said to me when discussing the next gw.. a lot can change which is true so I'd hold any plans for now. Injury to a star player and transfer plans out the window

      1. Killitzer
        • 14 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        agreed. normally I hold fire and wait to see how things progress especially with injuries but always good to have a plan or two!

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

    My 3rd Fpl Season and I’ve entered the Top 10k for the first time ever with the OR of 7,976 and the pressure has already started to mount!

    1. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      If you slip out of the 10k it's impossible to get back in. Whatever you do, don't slip up.

      1. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Ah that sounds scary and excitingly challenging at the same time

    2. Matt Sk
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Spent over 10 gws in the top 10k this season, now 200k something trying to get back :/

      1. The Overthinker
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Damn !! Tough luck mate

      2. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Ouch. Most of these weeks might have included missing out on some from Kane, Alonso, Ota, Sterling & Salah perhaps? And also on misfiring captaincy decisions I guess

        1. Matt Sk
          • 12 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Yes true

    3. Rik Waller
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Nice one. All chips in place? If so, you're good for a high finish

      1. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        I’m a guy who loves taking calculated risks so Triple Captained Alli in DGW :p but better than those who lost it on Kane I guess
        All the rest still intact

    4. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Well done! My 3rd season too. Let's get top 1k 😎

      1. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Yes that’s the dream but targeting 5k first
        One step at a time

    5. Steve Stiffler
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      31k to 13k to 33k back to 16k this week, on the up

      1. Zladan
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Isn’t that retreating? It’ll be 35k next week and 19k after that following your trend.

        1. Zladan
          • 6 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Only fishing, that’s good going.

      2. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Get the captaincy right and you’ll definitely make it
        That’s how I got 5 green arrows in a row as I was 66k in GW18 (That’s without captaining Kane for both his Hatricks)

        1. Futile Tinkering
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          How? Tried going with the poll at some stage then Kane blanked.

          1. umerlfc
            • 8 Years
            6 years, 2 months ago

            1st Hatrick (Captained Sterling for his 13 points return)
            2nd Hatrick (Captained Salah for his 9 points retun)
            My team as a whole did quite well for those weeks with the likes Alonso, Ota, Firmino

    6. JustPark
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      This is my 8th and 3rd active season. Only have been in 20k once. 🙁

      1. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Well good luck for making it there as it’s inevitable for the FFS community

  8. jdp219
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    It's only Tuesday, but it this G2G already? Wish I had funds for Arnie, but alas.

    Fab
    Mustafi, Azpi, Ota, Ogbonna
    Salah(c), Sterling(vc), Lingard, Son
    Kane, Firmino
    Bench: Elliot; Depoitre, RLC, Duffy

    1. Zladan
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Downgrade MustaFi upgrade RLC to find Arnie. Your TV must be low?

      1. jdp219
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        TV could/should be better = 103.2, with 0.5itb (I don't think about it too much, actually, maybe I should)
        Been thinking of moving Mustafi. I already made my FT for the week, though, so anything else would be a hit.
        Cheers!

  9. Rik Waller
    • 6 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Any ideas on this lot?

    Adrian (Speroni)
    Alonso Otamendi Masuaku (Mee, Mbemba)
    Salah Sterling Arnie Lingard Rich
    (K)ane Kun (DCL)

    0.0itb 1ft

    Thinking I'll save

    1. jdp219
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      "Thinking I'll save" -- I would, too.

      1. Rik Waller
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Seems the best idea. Cheers

    2. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Yeah, 2FT would be useful to clean up any issues next week.

      1. Rik Waller
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Very true... and with transfer developments. cheers

  10. Jsadler95
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    This is a debatable move I realise but wondering what's the opinions on this:

    Lingard + Jones > Arnautovic + Shaw/other 5.0?

    118 off leader of my cash mini league and I've been clawing my way up rankings, had 8 green arrows in a row but need a couple of differentials and I feel like Arnautovic is one, especially looking at West Ham's fixtures until GW30 vs Uniteds.

    1. Delhidynamo
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Arnie is a good option, you reckon Shaw's nailed on?

      1. Jsadler95
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Not sure, that was kind of half my question.

    2. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      ML context is irrelevant at this stage. Doesn't look like a great move because Shaw/other 5.0 is a considerable downgrade on Jones (Not that I've ever owned Jones)

      1. Deulofail
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Would be different if Shaw was nailed

      2. Pep Pig
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        I wouldn't be comfortable getting Shaw in. Danilo could be a great punt next couple of GWs. Can't see why you'd want to ship Jones though

        1. Jsadler95
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          I more meant just for another United defender but then thought I'd add the or other 5.0.

      3. Jsadler95
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Why's it irrelevant? I think I can catch the guy. Always start poorly but finish strong, normally due to my value being higher than most 106 atm.

        1. Deulofail
          • 8 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Because if you factor it into your decisions, your decisions are less likely to get you points, because points aren't your only concern. I.e. you're more likely to increase the gap than diminish it.

    3. Baps hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Bgw 28 against Liverpool may hurt you seriously. Find a better solution.

      1. Jsadler95
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Ahh, good point. Probably need to look into the blank/double game weeks more. Didn't really consider those.

    4. Zladan
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Jones is the best value defender other than Alonso - who is worth over 10m.

  11. #Swish41
    • 13 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    What do you reckon kids?

    1. DCL > Vardy (FT)
    2. DCL and Son > Aguero and Dacoure (-4)
    3. Lingard > Pogba

    DDG
    Otamendi Christensen Mee Dunk ((Ogbonna)
    Salah Sterling Son Lingaard (RLC)
    Kane Firmino (DCL)

    Nobody has Son in my ML, so leaning to the Sergio upside on 2. Dacoure has only 6pts less than Richarlison...

    Cheers all!

    1. Delhidynamo
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      1

    2. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      What about RLC to Arnie? That way you don't have to play either of Mee or Dunk this week! 🙂 I'm not bothered about Aguero tbh

      1. Pegboy
        • 13 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        That's what sprung out to me too. Go 3-5-2

      2. #Swish41
        • 13 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Thanks, not sure if the lure of past Sergio and those fixtures are warping my mind. Great suggestion though, I hadn't thought of that.

        1. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
          • 6 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Fair enough, I can see the appeal 🙂

  12. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
    • 6 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    DDG / Elliot
    Jones / Mee / Zanka / Duffy / Masuaku
    Salah / Sterling / Son / Arnie / Lingard
    Kane / Firmino / DCL

    1 FT. 3.3m burning a hole in my pocket

    Would appreciate some suggestions - currently thinking Alonso in for Zanka. Any other ideas? 🙂

    Cheers!

    1. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      I think you go it right already. Don't act like you need help from us!

      1. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Oh you charmer 🙂 cheers!

    2. #Swish41
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Great team - Chelsea defender would be the only glaring hole...

      1. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Thanks! Looking to remedy that ASAP

    3. Zladan
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Duffy, Zanka, Masuaku could be tidied up

      1. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
        • 6 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Cheers 🙂

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

    Which one does everyone prefer?

    A) Arnie, C.Wilson & Firmino

    B) Arnie, 4.3 Mid, Aguero

    C) Arnie, Lanzini, Firmino

    1. Klopptomist Scott Jelly
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A

    2. The Knights Template
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      c

    3. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      A or C. I prefer funds in midfield but Callum Wilson certainly good for the money

      1. Dele
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Yeah just trying to figure out how to distribute my Hazard money!

        I'm 20pts behind my ML leader and the problem is he also has Firmino, I was looking to find some difference with Aguero but his price along with me already having Kane is just too much.

        Firmino looking like great value once again with a very nice run of fixtures.

    4. lfc1996
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      C

  14. Abusive_Sgt_Daelrhos
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Afternoon lads, some advice here? 5.3 ITB, 1FT:

    Pope,Elliot
    Azpi,Otamendi,Vertongen,Kiko,Mee
    Son,Arnie,Sterling,Lingard,Rlc
    Kane,Firmino,Niasse

    A)Vertongen+RLC-->Maguire+Salah(-4)

    B)Lingard-->Salah

    C)other

    1. The Knights Template
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      b

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

      b

      1. Pep Pig
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Lingard to Salah + Verts to Alonso?

    3. lfc1996
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      B

  15. lfc1996
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    TC+Hazard---> Sterling+ox
    or
    Vardy---> Aguero

    1. The Knights Template
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      b

  16. yakirh
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Will I lose value on Richarlison and DCL if they drop tonight?

    Richarlison CP 6.3 - SP 6.3 - PP 6.3
    DCL CP 5.5 - SP 5.4 - PP 5.4

    1. Baps hunter
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      😉 No, if u don't own 'em.

    2. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Rich yes, DCL no

      1. yakirh
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Sorry Richarlison CP 6.4
        Will probably be 6.3 after tonight

        So I won't lose value on neither?

        1. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Correct

          1. yakirh
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 2 months ago

            😉

        2. Colonel Shoe 肝池
          • 12 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          No loss

          1. yakirh
            • 7 Years
            6 years, 2 months ago

            Great!
            Thanks!

  17. Pocky
    • 14 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    G2G??
    DDG
    Ota ~ Alonso ~ Kenny
    Arnie ~ Lingard ~ Salah ~ D.Silva ~ Sterling
    Firm ~ Kane (C)

    Elliot ~ Quaner ~ Ogbonna ~ Mee

    1. yakirh
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Will D.Silva play?
      If you can afford D.Silva -> Mahrez/Sane I think you should do it

      1. Pocky
        • 14 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Massive gamble I know, no funds to upgrade him I'm afraid.

  18. jdp219
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Just curious why Sterling would be among the top transfers out this week. Granted, it's only 50k TOs, but it's making me wonder if I missed some news or something. People moving to Kun instead, maybe?

    1. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Sterling got 1 point this week and Arnie got 16. As we all know in FPL, all that matters is what happened last week (lol).

      In all seriousness, I sincerely hope sellers get burned, there is no reason to sell.

      1. jdp219
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Right! Kind of baffling.

        I thought the same thing about Salah. People were selling a couple weeks ago, meanwhile I didn't even think for a second about it.

        1. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
          • 7 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          Yeah I was never selling Salah. And now we have a monetary advantage over all the numpties who did.

    2. Rik Waller
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Kneejerk to Son, Arnie, Salah etc.

      1. jdp219
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        I suppose I could understand Salah, but good gravy, selling Sterling is a bit rash. And this from a guy who overthinks everything FPL.

        1. Rik Waller
          • 6 Years
          6 years, 2 months ago

          yeh it's a bad move on all accounts.

    3. jdp219
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Thanks for the feedback, Timothy and Rik!

  19. Hybrid.power
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    This is one of the toughest captaincy decisions so far for me. Aguero or Kane...

    1. The Overthinker
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Aguero

    2. Lanley Staurel
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      When the vote appears split and spread I always go for my least owned option. In this case Aguero.

    3. drughi
      • 14 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      I'm going aguero and if he fails I'm getting rid

    4. Rik Waller
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Did you watch City Liverpool? Kun looked out of sorts. Kane in form so has to be him for me.

    5. Pegboy
      • 13 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Just owning Kun is enough of a differential for me at the moment. He doesn't seem to be hauling with anywhere near the frequency of Kane.

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

      I would go with Kun if I had him, especially after City lost to Liverpool

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

      Kun

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

    Christensen + Eriksen --> Alonso + Mahrez (-4).

    Yes or no?

  21. adam28193
    • 10 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    son > salah? yes or no?

  22. The Overthinker
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Who would you want for next 4 ?
    A) Son
    B) Sane
    Ç) Mane
    D) Ramsey
    E) Mahrez

      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Close between C and E

      No t sure why Ramsey is on that list lol

  23. Hotdogs for Tea
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Mr Mahrez .... welcome to the template 😉

    1. Deulofail
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Happy to see his price rise. Owner since GW18

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

      Looks like it, very good value
      I will get him next GW, to be sure he will not leave in transfer window

    3. Limited & Mediocre Mana…
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      What's the template then? How does he fit in?

  24. Dele
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    How does everyone feel about doubling up on Arnie & Lanzini for the coming weeks, too much of a risk?

    1. Rik Waller
      • 6 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Too much bother to deal with when fixtures change. Could pay off though.

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

      I think it is not a bad idea at all
      Westham in good attacking form

  25. Jsadler95
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Van Dijk + Lingard > Robertson + Arnautovic?

    1. Netley Lucas
      • 8 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Klopp loves Moreno, be careful

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

      Keep VVD, he might even be a season keeper soon.
      Any other way you can fund Lingard -> Arnie?

  26. Sancidino
    • 7 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    What would you do here with 2 free transfers and nothing itb?

    Pickford/Elliot

    Otamendi Alonso Jones Ogbonna Moreno

    Richarlison Son Salah Sterling Arnautovic

    Kane Firmino Niasse

    Cheers!

    1. Colonel Klink
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Niasse to somebody? Maybe a double trade involving Moreno?

      1. yakirh
        • 7 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        I heard Niasse might move to C.Palace so maybe he's worth keeping

        Moreno might be a very good option if he is fit and nailed

        Richarlison firing blanks atm but no real replacement in that price tag

  27. Ronnies
    • 8 Years
    6 years, 2 months ago

    Yes or No Guys ?

    Salah - sterling - alli - arnie - lingard
    kane - firmino - croch

    alli + firmino > albrighton + aguero (-4)

    Tnks guys.

    1. Matt Sk
      • 12 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Wouldn't personally, fixtures for Alli and Firmino look good this gw + that -4

    2. Licious Lizard (delete acc)
        6 years, 2 months ago

        No need
        Alli much better option than Albrighton and not sure if Aguero if wOrth it for a hit, as Firm has Swansea

    3. Colonel Klink
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Who’s ahead in the pecking order between Gray and Deeney?

      1. JustPark
        • 8 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Deeney is the skipper. He I reckon.

    4. The Mighty Whites
      • 9 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      1FT, 3.1 ITB, thoughts?

      Foster, Elliot

      Yoshida, Dunk, Ogbonna, Kenny, Simpson

      Salah, Sterling, Arnautovic, Lingard, Carroll

      Kane, Lacazette, Vardy

      1. Colonel Klink
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Yoshida injury may make a defender transfer reasonable.

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

        Defence, Carroll and Lacazette

      3. Matt Sk
        • 12 Years
        6 years, 2 months ago

        Yoshida > Jones, next gw Laca > Lukaku and upgrade a def afterwards

    5. #FPLBhuna
      • 7 Years
      6 years, 2 months ago

      Own Richarlison and Maguire so planning to bench Maguire and play Masuaku instead to achieve highest ceiling.

      Thoughts?