Injuries
6 May 2016 1177 comments
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Gylfi Sigurdsson will miss Swansea’s final two fixtures with a shoulder problem. Per Mertesacker is sidelined with a hamstring injury, Robert Huth and Marouane Fellaini are handed three-match bans by the FA, whilst Palace have concerns on the flanks for the visit of Watford.

Gareth Barry and Seamus Coleman have “an outside chance” of returning for the first match of Everton’s double as the Toffees head to Leicester this weekend. Roberto Martinez has conceded that Gerard Deulofeu is very likely to remain out for the season, though is hopeful that Phil Jagielka could return for the Gameweek 38 showdown against Norwich. Elsewhere at the back, Ramiro Funes Mori serves the last of a three-match suspension.

Per Mertesacker is sidelined for the final two matches with the hamstring problem that forced him off against Norwich last time out. Santi Cazorla stepped up his match fitness with a run out for the reserves earlier in the week, though Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is out for six to eight weeks with a knee problem.

Gylfi Sigurdsson (shoulder) and Neil Taylor (groin) are set to miss Swansea’s final two fixtures, whilst Ashley Williams “might not feature” in the trip to West Ham as he needs a rest, according to Francesco Guidolin. Jefferson Montero could also be sidelined due to a hamstring problem, though Leroy Fer could be set to return from a similar complaint. Alberto Paloschi (also hamstring) remains unavailable.

Bournemouth’s Adam Smith will miss the final two Gameweeks with an ongoing hernia problem. Cherries boss Eddie Howe has confirmed that Max Gradel is making “good progress” from a leg injury, though Sylvain Distin is sidelined with a back complaint.

Robert Huth starts the first of a three-match ban after being found guilty of violent conduct in Leicester’s clash with United last weekend. Danny Drinkwater serves a one match suspension, though Jamie Vardy returns from a two-match ban. Matty James is finally available for selection and could be part of the squad.

Tony Pulis has hinted that he “might make a few changes” as West Brom make their way to Bournemouth tomorrow.

Wilfried Zaha remains ruled out as Palace welcome Stoke to Selhurst Park. Yannick Bolasie is a slight doubt due to illness and Mile Jedinak is being monitored after sustaining a knock.

Bojan is a doubt for Stoke’s visit to Palace due to a foot problem, Mark Hughes has revealed. Marc Wilson remains sidelined for the Potters, whilst Glen Johnson is back in full training and could be in with a shout of returning next weekend.

Louis van Gaal will be without Marouane Fellaini for the final three league matches of the season after the Belgian was banned for his altercation with Robert Huth last weekend. The Dutchman went on to hint at rotating his squad over the double Gameweek as he looks to keep players fresh ahead of the FA Cup final.

Billy Jones is Sunderland’s only concern ahead of Chelsea’s weekend visit after picking up a hip problem.

Gabriel Obertan and Sylvain Marveaux have parted company with Newcastle by mutual consent ahead of the final two matches of the season.

All this and more has now been updated in the Team News section ahead of tomorrow’s deadline. Keep an eye on our official Twitter Stream for breaking news – as the day unfolds, we will issue updates from Friday’s press conferences and refresh our Team News tab accordingly to keep you informed.

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  1. KLOPPS AND ROBBERS... the s…
    • 11 Years
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    6 DGW players enough for this week?

    1. KLOPPS AND ROBBERS... the s…
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      de Gea
      PvA, Bellerin, Simpson
      Fabregas, Payet, Noble, Mahrez
      Ageuro, Kane, Martial

      Darlow, Sanchez, Gabriel, Delaney

    2. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
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      yup

    3. super zlatan
      • 15 Years
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      Would prefer 8 tbh

      1. KLOPPS AND ROBBERS... the s…
        • 11 Years
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        would you take a -8 hit to get 2 more in?

    4. GreennRed
      • 14 Years
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      Depends who they are.

    5. Jøssy ⭐
      • 11 Years
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      Fine mate

    6. KLOPPS AND ROBBERS... the s…
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      Cheers all, no more tinkering and going to keep schtum

  2. Jazz!
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    Not sure it's been mentioned:

    SB: "We've got one player injured and that's Adrian. He felt his calf in the WBA game and it's a minor injury so he's out tomorrow."

    1. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I would normally curse you and shoot the messenger, but Randolph is a boss between the shticks.

      1. Jazz!
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Yep. 🙂

      2. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
        • 15 Years
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        ayew c

    2. Jøssy ⭐
      • 11 Years
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      No! Not heard this!! That's big

    3. GreennRed
      • 14 Years
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      Randolph in. Good for him to get gametime before Euros ☺

  3. Jøssy ⭐
    • 11 Years
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    Play one this week...

    A) Bellerin
    B) Simpson

    1. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
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      B

      1. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        Thanks IM!

    2. Numb
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      B

      1. super zlatan
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        I'm going A

      2. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        Thanks Numb!

    3. Prøphet
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Simpson

      1. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        Well this is looking unanimous. Cheers mate!

    4. HVT
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      City will score, I fancy Leicester to concede too fwiw,
      Bellerin just in case of 0-0/Assist.

      1. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        And then it wasn't unanimous! 😆

    5. sk018
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Having same situation myself and leaning towards spending my FT (PvA) to leave these two on the bench.

      1. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        I've already made two transfers, so this would be a defensive hit, and I have PvA already

    6. St. Joseph
      • 10 Years
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      Bellerin

      Same chance of both team conceded. But simpson doesnt give attacking potential.

      1. Jøssy ⭐
        • 11 Years
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        Thanks mate

  4. sk018
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    PVA still the defender to buy for 5.1 and below?

    1. super zlatan
      • 15 Years
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      Yes

  5. SuperMario
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Morning All, Second last gameweek of the season (sad face)

    Robles
    Lovren // PVA // Fuchs*
    Milner // Payet (c x 3) // Sanchez* // Lanzini
    Kane* // Defoe (vc) // Aguero*

    Darlow // KDB // Bellerin // Fosu-Mensah

    1 FT and 0.5 in the bank.. Any suggestions??

    1. SuperMario
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Happy to take a hit this week...

      1. super zlatan
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Kane > carroll

  6. HVT
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Best def for 5.2 (-4)?
    I have Smalls/Pva
    OR Play Rose(if fit)/Bellerin?

    1. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Even if Rose is fit, I'd bench him.

      You know what route I went down 😉

      1. HVT
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Yea and I'm Klose 😉
        All jokes aside am j missing anyone?

        1. Irish Madridista ⭐
          • 15 Years
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          Honestly I think there's slim pickings this week in defence Eoin.

          Sunderland have two tough defensive fixtures.
          Norwich is a complete punt as very little form.
          United don't keep cleanies away from home.
          West Ham don't keep cleanies regardless.
          Leicester might be hungover.
          Spurs are deflated against a tough Saints attack.
          Arsenal v City could be a stalemate but I'm expecting goals.

          Martin or Bellerin for me mate.
          Most on here would say PvA I reckon.

          1. HVT
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            Yea agree thanks for input as always.
            Looking at Caroll in over Cresswell that's 3 wham (no Reid)
            I have Pva, if Rose is out I'll prob get Martin, I still think he will outscore Bellerin with a -4, you reckon?

            1. Irish Madridista ⭐
              • 15 Years
              9 years, 11 months ago

              Reid isn't worth it anyway imo, especially with Adrian out.

              I took the punt on Cresswell's attacking potential... Carroll is my TC though so I'd prioritise him over Cresswell.

              I went for Martin, with Bellerin on the bench, although I'm not sure between Martin + MOlsson, I just went for the captain and I'm hoping he leads by example. Back to RB now too, which could mean more attacking....

    2. Numb
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      MOllson

      1. HVT
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Nailed and better than Martin?

  7. Koflok
    • 13 Years
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    1. Pick 2 to play out of Sanchez / Mahrez / Hazard (-4)?

    2. Pick 1 to play out of Simpson / Bellerin / Smalling (-4)?

    1. KLOPPS AND ROBBERS... the s…
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      Mahrez and Hazard
      Smalling

    2. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
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      Mazardson.

    3. Nohzee
      • 10 Years
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      Sanchez, Hazard

      Smalling

  8. Lateriser 12
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
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    Aye Zlat. How goes it?

    1. Christina.
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      ...did you get my Everton training pics link this morning...?

      1. Lateriser 12
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        No. Tell me.

  9. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
    • 15 Years
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    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has suffered a fresh knee injury & will be out for 6 to 8 wks. He'll miss the Euros

    1. FortunesAlwaysHiding
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      His career is going down the swanny

    2. suddenorgan
      • 15 Years
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      What a blow, he was the first name on the teamsheet

    3. GreennRed
      • 14 Years
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      Would he be a starter for England if fit? Hard to know what Hodgson is thinking.

  10. kingozil-The Germans once a…
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Finalising my community champion picks, any last minute suggestions? Any advice would be appreciated.

    1. GreenWindmill
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Is it the case that only 1 set of games counts? I.e. choosing DGW players isn't of any real benefit?

      1. Jazz!
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        It's like a normal FPLweek. It's 2 games for DGW players.

        1. GreenWindmill
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
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          I thought the scout picks contest ignored DGWs to make it a level playing field when considering which community champ fared best against the scouts? Perhaps not...

    2. Jazz!
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      Mannone. Martin. Brady/Redmond. Townsend. Kirchhoff.

      Remember, it's all or nothing! Go for the diffs!

      1. Jazz!
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        9 years, 11 months ago

        Care to post your current picks?

    3. Irish Madridista ⭐
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Who do ya got?

      Bournemouth could be a differential punt... Norwich too.

      Vardy in one of the striker spots?

    4. Jafalad
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Avoid WHM defenders and go with Noble/Carol/Payet

  11. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
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    Time to decide on the last hit forcthe season.

    Ignoring other players.
    Do I?
    A) Sell Mahrez for Fabregas, means I'll play Milner and Fab, benching Alexis.
    Reason wouod be, it's a done deal for Lei and Inthink fringe players will get gametime.

    B) Sell Milner for Fabregas, means I'll play Alexis and Fab, benching Mahrez.
    Reason would be fright of lack of gametime fof Milner as the EL final is THE game for Pool now.

    Leaning heavilly towards A. Though I hate to lose the only player I've had all season

    1. _fishbone_
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      9 years, 11 months ago

      I can't see Milner playing more than 1 full game this week. Fabregas and Sanchez it would be for me.

      1. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
        • 12 Years
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        Thanks!

  12. Rougie
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    Contemplating a -12 hit to swap:

    Kane > Caroll
    Coutinho > Hazard
    Milner > Payet
    Simpson > Martin

    -12 seems a lot but I see each of those players scoring +4 more than their replacements so on that basis, it makes sense.

    Yay or Nay?

    1. Fergietime
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Take your own advice, you seem to be happy with it! not bad moves dont know much about norwhich though.

    2. Jones Town
      • 14 Years
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      I'm considering a very similar -12. Already have Payet, but would do Mitro -> Defoe as my 4th transfer.

      I'm also unsure - especially on Simpson -> Martin. Would love some other opinions too! 😉

      1. Rougie
        • 14 Years
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        That is the one I'm wavering on. I don't think Leicester will keep a clean sheet, whereas Norwich have a chance and Martin also has much more attacking upside.

    3. KC
      • 11 Years
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      First three look solid to me. Not sure about 4 - if it's punt time, go for it!

  13. Beautiful Game
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    If you want one from these who will it be?

    A) Sturridge
    B) Coutinho
    C) Firminho

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      C cos I have him 😉 Seriously though, C anyway.

    2. Fpl Richie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Similar problem, but which to get rid. If I kept one, I'd say Firmino.

    3. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
      • 12 Years
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      C if I must

  14. McNulty
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    De Gea (Robles)
    Smalling, PVA, Clyne (Bellerin, Rose*)
    Hazard, Firmino, Payet, Townsend (Sanchez)
    Kane, Carroll, Defoe

    0.3 banked, 1FT.

    Was tempted to do Kane to Sturridge but that doesn't seem like an option now. Very unsure on the Liverpool line up but I guess everyone is in the same boat.

    Should I save a transfer? Will Clyne play?? Really want Cresswell but can't afford without a hit so not sure whether it is worth it?

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I'm considering Clyne > Martin for a hit personally. I'd do Clyne > Reid if I were you.

  15. TheTinman
    • 10 Years
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    A) Keep Coutinho
    B) Barkley -4
    C) Redmond -4
    D) Willian -4

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      C!

    2. Rolls-Royce
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      C

  16. Bunk Moreland
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    If you could only pick one: Payet or Carroll for the double?

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Carroll!

    2. Fergietime
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      c

    3. Bubz
      • 12 Years
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      Payet

  17. AiyoRiggs
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Hi All,

    Decisions Decisions.

    Quick poll. Who would you TC this week?

    A. Payet
    B. Carroll

    Thanks All

    1. JabbaWookiee
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Well the Captain's poll shows an overwhelming response in Payet's favour. But I'd go Carroll if I had him.

  18. JabbaWookiee
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Is Kane to Martial worth a -4? Also considering United have Bournemouth at home next week, which I can't see Martial being rested for seeing as there's another week until the cup final.

    Stick or swap?

    1. Fergietime
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      no

      1. JabbaWookiee
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Do you think Martial will start the next 3? (I'm presuming you're a Utd fan...)

    2. GreennRed
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Stick. Golden boot 😉

      1. JabbaWookiee
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Yeah true. Thing is my ML leader is 50 points ahead and also has Kane. I'm thinking I need as many differentials this week as possible. I'd like Carroll but am already maxed out on WHU...

  19. Team Zissou
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    So guys, if you're TCing this week who's the armband on?

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Andy Carroll.

      1. Team Zissou
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        That's my thinking too

  20. Rolls-Royce
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Randolph once conceded 4 in one game against Bou. Not so sure on Wham def now.

    1. Jazz!
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      That was like GW2 wasn't it, doesn't matter. Randolph is a solid keeper.

    2. GreennRed
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Randolph is quality. Eireann Abú!

      1. Fpl Richie
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Was going to pick for my euro fantasy team. Will he be first choice (after other keeper injuries)?

    3. Fpl Richie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Kept cleanies against plenty of good teams. He is a sound back up.

    4. Fi_fpl addict
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      That was against Bournmouth, did badly before against them also

      Since then played in FA Cup matches and a hero in some of them, has mangers confidence he is better now, would not be a liability to team, far from it.

  21. Tshelby
    • 11 Years
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    Are there alot of people who (TC) Hazard instead of Carroll? ( if you own both )

    1. Cpt Crunch Scott talent
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I might gamble on that depending on pressers.

    2. TheTinman
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Yes but only because I'm behind and ML rival has Carroll and Payet

    3. Rougie
      • 14 Years
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      I will probably play it safe and TC Payet. I think owning Carroll and Hazard will be enough of a differential against most FPL players.

      1. Tshelby
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        And if you don't have Payet?

        1. Rougie
          • 14 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Carroll for me then.

  22. PlayPercentage
    • 15 Years
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    Rojo a likely starter for the next two?

    1. Guru Mediation
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      No one knows, I'd guess at 70%

  23. Jazz!
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Who do we think will get more points this week?

    A) Martin
    B) Redmond

    1. JabbaWookiee
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Martin

    2. Rolls-Royce
      • 12 Years
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      A

  24. LewanGOALski
    • 14 Years
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    Smalling or R.Martin ?

    1. Rolls-Royce
      • 12 Years
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      R. Martin

  25. Fi_fpl addict
    • 14 Years
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    Time of season, ripe for players to be rested but seems like very new worthy Team news this week more than most. Waiting for all before transfers made, Adrian a surprise , even more on match day's i bet

  26. denial
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Have exact cash for:

    Rose / Iwobi / Kane out for

    Cresswell / Payet / Carroll

    -8

    Yes / no?

    1. denial
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Actually, question is really lose Kane or Kun but I guess that's been going round and round on here all week

      1. Fi_fpl addict
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Lose Kane, I would do all 3 ( but biased) I have cres and payet, prob have Carrol by start of GW

  27. Sess!
    • 15 Years
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    Anyone ditching Sturridge? I just feel it's not worth holding any pool players anymore.

    1. KingOllie
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I am. He may play one game. Then will be rested gw38 anyway

    2. Guru Mediation
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I think I will. Looking beyond this week no way he starts in 38, so that's 1 out of 3 starts max. Keeping kane and kun and getting Carroll or defoe

      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        I might get both Carroll & Defoe.

    3. Cheeseoid
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      It is tempting but he has a chance of a DGW so I had better keep

      1. Sess!
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Surely a slim chance now?

  28. KingOllie
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Sturridge + Alli -> Defoe + Hazard (ccc)

  29. bring back diop
    • 11 Years
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    A) Sakho + Alli --> Azp/Cresswell + Hoolahan
    B) Sakho + Alli + De Bruyne --> Reid + Redmond + Hazard (-4)

  30. Whazza
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Can we count on Robles getting both games in the DGW?

    1. Still Unsure
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Even if he does I doubt they'll keep any clean sheets.

      • Guru Mediation
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        No, given Howard is on 398 EPL games he may get one of the dgw games

        1. Whazza
          • 13 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          im scared

        2. Sess!
          • 15 Years
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          This is the worry