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31 January 2014 2643 comments
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And breathe. Deadline day is over and, while Jim White may have found reason to sound excited about every done deal, we’ve sifted through the bones of the completed business to pick out some of the most significant to Fantasy managers.

Konstantinos Mitroglou – Olympiakos to Fulham
A true marquee signing for the Cottagers, Mitroglou is one of Europe’s in-form marksmen having struck 23 goals in 26 appearances so far this term for his national side and Olympiakos. While that record speaks for itself, the reported £12.5 million signing represents a roll of the dice from Rene Meulensteen, as Fulham scrap for survival. On a relatively uneventful deadline day, the Greek striker stands out as a possible emerging Fantasy prospect but, as always, the pricing is key to his appeal. We’d wager we’ll see Mitroglou come in around the 8.0 mark in the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) and, should he hit the ground running, we’re likely to take notice from Gameweek 30 onwards with Fulham welcoming Newcastle, Norwich, Hull and Palace to West London for their run-in. Look out for an in-depth Scout Report on Mitroglou early next week.

Lewis Holtby – Tottenham to Fulham
An intriguing move by Rene Meulensteen, who looks to have replaced the mercurial and unpredictable talents of Adel Taarabt with those of the versatile German. It’s fair to say that Holtby has struggled to impose himself at White Hart Lane having been denied a consistent run of starts and defined role. Although a move back to Germany was reportedly his first option, Holtby is now looking to make an impact at the Cottage. His agent has stated that his client will get to play in his “favourite position” which, given the player’s previous claims, suggests he’ll be deployed in central midfield or even in front of the back four alongside Scott Parker. Hardly an exciting Fantasy prospect, then, compounded by his 6.2 FPL price tag.

Wilfred Zaha – Man United to Cardiff
One of many transfer window moves from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and, potentially, the most significant for Fantasy managers. Zaha has been frozen out at United but the move to South Wales is an opportunity for the former Palace starlet to revive his reputation. Zaha will even feel he can use it as a platform to make a late run-up for the plane to Brazil. That might be ambitious but Fantasy managers would do well to monitor this one – Zaha will be deployed on the flank but he’s a big direct threat to the opponents goal which could see him offer real value for his modest price tag (5.4 FPL, 4.9 in Sky Sports (SS) and 1.5 in Dream Team (DT)). Look out for our Moving Target analysis soon.

Fabio – Man United to Cardiff
Another shrewd looking move from Solskjaer and another raid on his former club. Fabio has rarely threatened to match his brother, Rafael’s, achievements at Old Trafford but the switch to Cardiff offers him a new chance to shine. The Bluebirds have themselves a left-back with strong attacking tendencies who could well combine well with Noone or Zaha. His 4.1 FPL price tag looks interesting given that we’ve seen Ben Turner and Mark Hudson alternate of late alongside Steven Caulker. Fabio would seem assured of his start and, if he can show attacking potential, could tempt investment given a fixture list that has Cardiff face Villa, Fulham and Hull in their next three home matches.

Kim Kallstrom – Spartak Moscow to Arsenal
Once a legend of Championship Manager, now a fully-fledged Premier League player. Arsene Wenger has been pushed into doing deadline day business by Aaron Ramsey’s recent setback and ongoing injury concerns surrounding Jack Wilshere’s ankle. Kallstrom arrives as a midfield reinforcement, then, providing cover on the left of centre or on the flank. The Swede has a left-foot hammer and goals in his locker, with a mean direct free-kick at his disposal. First and foremost, however, Kallstrom is a solid performer and an effective link man who rarely concedes possession: Wenger’s preferred flavour of player. It’s doubtful whether this can all translate to Kallstrom being an Fantasy asset – the price tag will dictate matters and, with Ramsey sidelined, we’ll likely need him to come in around the 7.0 mark for the Swede to rouse any real interest.

Tom Ince – Blackpool to Crystal Palace
The winger’s move to Selhurst Park will put Fantasy managers on alert with Ince a proven source of assists and goals at Championship level. Having missed out on a loan deal for Wilfred Zaha, the capture of his England U21 team-mate on loan could prove a major coup for Tony Pulis as he looks to strengthen his attacking options. With Jason Puncheon completing a permanent deal and Joe Ledley set to arrive from Celtic, Palace suddenly offer a trio of options from midfield who have the potential to provide goals and tempt Fantasy investment. Ince’s price will be of huge interest given the recent contribution from Puncheon – should he come in under 6.0 in the FPL, we could see plenty of investment in a player who scored 18 goals from 45 starts last season and 7 strikes from 22 outings this. Meanwhile, Palace also sealed the signing of Scott Dann from Blackburn for an undisclosed fee – a less positive move from a Fantasy perspective which is likely to create uncertainty within Pulis’ defence.

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

  1. NATSTER
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Comment please. What to do .. hits or no.

    Sagna - Kosc - Ward (Coleman, Chester)

    A: Just play this DF. Ward (ars)

    B: Chester -> Fonte .. -4pts, before price rise

    C: Chester -> Evans .. -4pts

    D: Coleman -> Evra .. -4pts, but more attacking

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    1. chrisjdgrady
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      No hit

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    2. Nice to Finally Michu
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      12 years, 1 month ago

      Dont take a hit

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    3. NATSTER
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Thanks. I think it's not too bad to play Ward.

      Fonte is just set for rising and that made me wanna grab him now.

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  2. snowman
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    would you have

    shaw

    or

    yoshida + 0.9 (probably used to upgrade gnabry if he does not play)

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  3. Haz84
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Sorry for the Repost.

    Guys I am really stuck on this
    I need your help plz
    It seems that I have to take a hit
    Which option is better

    My team for now
    Mannone , K.Davis
    Coleman , Azpi , Evans , Yoshida , Ward
    Hazard , Oscar , Mata , Lallana , Pozuelo
    Aguero , Suarez , Bony

    A: Oscar & Aguero --> RVP & Mirallas

    B: Oscar & Aguero --> Rooney & Gerrard

    C: Coleman & Aguero --> RVP & 5.0 defender (thinking of West Ham or Cardiff or Swansea defender)

    D: Bony & Aguero --> RVP & Suarez

    E: Aguero to Rooney (without taking a hit)

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    1. Claret14
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      A for me

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    2. Deulo10
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I'm currently thinking about doing the exact same moves as A. Keep Coleman if you had him from the beginning.

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  4. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Arsenal conceded 2 vs Southampton ...

    I have no worries about Suarez/Sturridge haha

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    1. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Fair point, but now they have Kallstrom so watch out

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      1. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        If he's anything like Flamini...

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        1. DonTheSpecialOne
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          12 years, 1 month ago

          Sarcastic, really don't think so, was Expecting better. He's not THAT bad but no Yaya to say at least

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  5. OptimusBlack
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Who to play

    A- Boruc v.s FUL (A)

    B- Mannone v.s NEW (A)

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    1. Nice to Finally Michu
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I'll be playing Boruc

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      1. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        Same

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    2. Deulo10
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Boruc

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    3. OptimusBlack
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Okay same as urs

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  6. Wilberto
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Please rate my WC team:

    Adrian (Mannone)
    Evans - Koscielny - Fabio (Yoshida, Coleman)
    Mirallas - Mata - Hazard - Lallana (Ward-Prowse)
    Sturridge - Suarez - Dzeko

    1.8 in the bank

    Any suggestions for improvement?

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Loverley. What's the extra cash for?

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      1. Wilberto
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        I dont relly know. Any ideas?

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        1. ILOVEBAPS
          • 13 Years
          12 years, 1 month ago

          JWP > Punchy/Barkley? So if Dzeko is a no show you have a shot at decent points.
          or
          Dzeko > Benteke/Ade if he gets poor mins this GW?

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          1. Wilberto
            • 14 Years
            12 years, 1 month ago

            Thanks. How about the defence, do you like it?

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    2. sozopol
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Like: Mirallas, Dzeko punt
      Not sold on Mata yet, for that price. But I get the appeal.

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  7. ILOVEBAPS
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Mmm… RVP vs Fulham next GW. Me likey very much. 😉

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    1. Nice to Finally Michu
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Mmm… RVP vs Stoke this GW. Me likey very much. 😉

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    2. Dr Dream
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Aye..best fixture of the GW..what's not to like...

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    3. Avon Barksdale
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Can I get a RMWC off u lads?

      Adrian Mannone
      Evans Kosc Chambers Fabio Ward
      Haz Caz Silva Mirallas Noone
      Rvp Suarez Ade

      Happy enough, was considering getting bruce and Lallana instead of Mirallas and Fabio??

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      1. ILOVEBAPS
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        I think Mirallas is a good bet for a few weeks. Team is good though I am still sceptical about Silva. His lack of durability vs Toure on Pens and a lucky streak.

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        1. Avon Barksdale
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 1 month ago

          Cheers i'm gonna punt on silva ran the comparison and frankly its no comparison! Yaya had something like 6 shots 5 goals aside from set pieces!

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  8. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Is the suspension tightrope (10yc) now a 2 match ban?

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  9. Gianluca Busio's Hair …
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    when people say "RVP is more expensive than ." note to yourself that he is not "more expensive." he is the MOST expensive player in FPL. and he has played 152 minutes in 12 weeks.

    i'm just sayin'

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    1. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      and moyes hinted at rest...

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      1. Peggi
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        what did he say?

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  10. izo
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Should I play Mannone over Boruc, since I have Fonte?
    spread the risk a little?

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  11. sozopol
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    REPOST due to no responses -- do people not like the imgur thing?

    anyway I am all set with my WC team... I am leading in both my minileagues and should play it safe but ended up shaking it up quite a bit for second half of season. Can't rest on one's laurels! How's she look please?

    http://imgur.com/dhd1fZ5

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    1. Nice to Finally Michu
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      too much in defense for my liking, it seems you have gone for highend defenders like mert and terry when there are cheaper options on both of those teams

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    2. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      nice

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    3. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I wouldn't get Evra, cheapen him up, your defence is way too expensive

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    4. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Real nice team though way too heavy out the back. Unless you will play 4 or 5 at the back each week? Could do with a Hazard or Mata in the mid.

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    5. sozopol
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I hear you on the defense, but they have been getting me cosnistent points, and also I intend to shift value to mid/forward in the coming weeks, when either Mata or RVP or Aguero hit form

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  12. Just A Hat
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Is it stupid to bench Hazard?!

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    1. Gianluca Busio's Hair …
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      you need a bigger hat.

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    2. sozopol
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Not at all, if you think it likely that he gets 2 pts this week

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      1. Just A Hat
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        I think he will!

        *Sits quietly and thinks for a bit*

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  13. Trigg ⭐️
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Benteke and Mata in.

    It's like GW1 all over again.

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    1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      i looked at my gw4 team recently........... uuuuuugllly!

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  14. Caboose
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Hi guys, would really appreciate some feedback. Who to replace Aguero with? I have Suarez and JRod. Midfield is Johnson, Silva, Hazard, and Eriksen so I don't think I want to downgrade to Sturridge and upgrade one of them. RVP or Rooney then? Thanks a lot!

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    1. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Sturridge

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  15. Ridgewell's scores
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Play Adrian or Mannone?

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    1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      coin toss really after double heroics last game

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  16. bournemouth hammer
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    2 questions
    1- am i correct to bench gnabry and play mata, hazard,yaya,lallana?
    2 captain suarez or rvp?

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    1. Ridgewell's scores
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      1. Absolutely yes.

      2. Tough choice, go with your gut I'd say.

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    2. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      yes
      suarez

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    3. Parm
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      aye

      rvp

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    4. Deulo10
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Yes

      Suarez

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  17. Parm
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    sort me out.

    Mannone Adrian
    Azp ? ? ? ?.
    Mata Haz Silva Punch Noone
    RVP Rat Studge

    17.3 left

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    1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      mairappa fonte kolarov collins

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      1. Colonel Shoe 肝池
        • 14 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        bum too expensive

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    2. ACCOUNTING ON CHRIS
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Silva Punch Noone?

      That's a 3 match ban.

      Ward, Molsson, Southampton def, Hull def

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    3. Avon Barksdale
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Evans Chambers Fabio Ward

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    4. snowman
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      yoshida, evans, fabio

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    5. DonTheSpecialOne
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Chambers, Bruce/McShane, Evans, Ward

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  18. Mind över Mata
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    A) Aguero -> Rooney
    B) Aguero and Johnson -> Benteke and Mata (-4)

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    1. chrisjdgrady
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      A Johnson might get some goods in the derby

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  19. Lallana_
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Best defender 4.4 or less?

    The rest of my defence is Olsson, Coleman, McNaughton, Gabbidon.

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  20. Nice to Finally Michu
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Transfer confirmed, am I all set?
    Boruc (Mannone)
    Kosc Kolarov Chiriches (Azpi Chester)
    Hazard Puncheon Lallana Eriksen (Pozuelo)
    Rooney Suarez RVP

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    1. Avon Barksdale
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Forwards 🙂

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      1. Nice to Finally Michu
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        RVP (C) 😎

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        1. Avon Barksdale
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 1 month ago

          I'd wait till next week for that!!

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          1. Nice to Finally Michu
            • 12 Years
            12 years, 1 month ago

            Maybe you're right, the night is young still a few more hours to weigh my options. Both he and Rooney have very good track records vs. Stoke in their careers though

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  21. The Blind Badger
    • 15 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Anyone else benching Gnabry this week and feeling sick about it?

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    1. bournemouth hammer
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Me lol but who do i bench instead? Mata,hazard,yaya,lallana,suarez, rvp, sturridge. Gotta bench gnabry

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    2. Panna
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I've benched him. Wenger will take him off between 60-70 minutes and Palace look like they are capable of holding out at least until half time.

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  22. Avon Barksdale
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Can I get a RMWC off u lads had enough and settled on this lot!?

    Adrian Mannone
    Evans Kosc Chambers Fabio Ward
    Haz Caz Silva Mirallas Noone
    Rvp Suarez Ade

    Happy enough, was considering getting bruce and Lallana instead of Mirallas and Fabio??

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    1. Chris_White
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Too much rotation threat at the back for my liking. Rest is good though.

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      1. Avon Barksdale
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        Any suggestions?

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      2. Avon Barksdale
        • 16 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        Could go Ade to Dzeko and upgrade a bit?

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    2. Nice to Finally Michu
      • 12 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Lovely team you've got there, not sure about Silva over Mata or other players at that price though.

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      1. Nice to Finally Michu
        • 12 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        If you have any cash itb I fancy Tekkers over Ade but that move isnt really necessary

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        1. Avon Barksdale
          • 16 Years
          12 years, 1 month ago

          Nope all out in fact waiting on my double risers to get me over the line for this team!

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          1. Nice to Finally Michu
            • 12 Years
            12 years, 1 month ago

            I like the team mate, best of luck!

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  23. VougieDipond
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Aston Villas last 4 away games at Everton in order. 1-1, 2-2, 2-2, 3-3. Something similar could be on the cards again. Tekkers is going to fill his boots 😀

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    1. Chris_White
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      My VC atm

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  24. Colonel Shoe 肝池
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    i do worry that ppl benchin che defenders might end up with a 0-0 on their hands

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  25. snowman
    • 16 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    yoshida or chambers?

    fabio or r bennet?

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    1. ILOVEBAPS
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      Yoshi
      Fabs

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  26. Parm
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    fabio straight in tomoz?

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    1. Avon Barksdale
      • 16 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      If not defo next week, was playing an 18 year old Declan John there recently..

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  27. bournemouth hammer
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Good to go?
    Boruc
    Evans-koscielny-kolarov
    Hazard-mata-yaya-lallana-
    Suarez (c) RVP (vc) sturridge
    Subs
    Mannone, gnabry, ward, chester.

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  28. UnitednationsXI
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    FAAAAAHK! came home from drinks and passed out on the couch...was sooo keen to watch deadline hour 🙁

    well, seems like nothing happend.

    Morning folks 🙂

    Lemme start making my morning cup of caffeine and analyse my team...i feel a surgery is coming despite playing my WC last gw 😯

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  29. Doylaz
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    Play Bruce home (Tot) or Vlaar away (EVE)?

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    1. Mile Plankton - Myth and Ch…
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      I am tempted to play Vlaar against weakened Everton over Bardsley, but in your position, I'd go for home player.

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    2. Baby Cuties
      • 13 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      vlaarr might be a nice punt with EVE's injuries and not looking the same team

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  30. Mile Plankton - Myth and Ch…
    • 13 Years
    12 years, 1 month ago

    I have 1FT.

    A) Luka -> Adeba
    B) Luka & Kun -> RVP & Dzeko -4
    C) Luka & Kun -> Rooney & Giroud -4

    What do you guys think?

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    1. Chris_White
      • 14 Years
      12 years, 1 month ago

      B

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      1. Mile Plankton - Myth and Ch…
        • 13 Years
        12 years, 1 month ago

        I can't belive everyone is saying B. RVP is back!

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