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. Ten Season Wonder
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Sturridge AND Firmino owners... what are you guys doing?

    I own both and am not too confident going into this weekend...

    1. Demí
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Can't really do anything but keep both and hope for the best

      1. Ten Season Wonder
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Hey Demi,

        Would you not want to transfer one out? or have you got bigger fish to fry?

        1. Demí
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          The issue is it's guesswork which will get more minutes, and who'll do better. I guess if there's a mid or forward u desire, u could sell one of them get more solid dgw'ers

          1. Ten Season Wonder
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 11 months ago

            I'm thinking of a slight maverick-esque move and bringing Rooney in for Sturridge.

            I'll still have Firmino that way

    2. elkunaguero
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I have Sturridge and Milner, keeping both

      Will sell Sturridge in GW38 for Kane

    3. Gazpilicueta
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      putting the and in capitals doesnt change the sentence structure.

      people who own both sturridge and firmino.....try that

      1. Ten Season Wonder
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Hello Mr Pedantic.

        What's the matter with you? Did your GF dump you or something?

      2. M00N
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Similar problem I have Sturridge AND Coutinho. Think I WILL stick.

        1. Ten Season Wonder
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          haha.

    4. Gideons Rolling Another One
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Sturridge owner here and expect 20 + 90 mins - Last DGW that got me 17 so will be more than happy with a repeat of that.

    5. HamezMace
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I'd be more concerned about Sturridge, than Firmino.

      Doubt either will play GW38, or against Watford, I think both start against Liverpool though....and I think most on here agree with this line of thinking

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

        against Chelsea*

        1. Ten Season Wonder
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          This is true. He would enjoy a goal vs them.

    6. Lynxy
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Sturridge would love to score against Chelsea.

      1. Ten Season Wonder
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        This is true. He would enjoy a goal vs them

    7. Suarezista
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I think I will keep both this week, and ditch both next week.

    8. BIG TONES
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Sturridge I'm keeping - he can be effective in short bursts. He will get plenty of time anyway imo

      Ditched Milner for Hazard -4

    9. M00N
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Would you play Coutinho over Sanchez/Marhez?

      1. Ten Season Wonder
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Sorry, only just seen this.

        If i had him, I would just about yeah. Only for the potential.

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

    Current team: 1FT, 2.7 itb

    DDG Hart
    Moreno TFM Sakho* Simpson Bellerin
    Iwobi Sanchez Mane' Coutinho Payet
    Kane Martial Lukaku

    Which is better?

    A- Sakho + Kane + Iwobi > Reid + Carrol + Hazard (-8),

    B- Sakho + Kane + Coutinho > Cresswell + Carrol + Hazard (-8) and bench Iwobi

    C- Sakho + Iwobi + Coutinho > Cresswell + Willian + Townsend (-8) and bench Mane

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

      B

  3. The Wizard of Ozil
    • 16 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Adrián -> DDG for a hit?

    means I cant do Hazard -> Sanchez next week

  4. HamezMace
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Is KdB to Hazard worth a -4?

    1. Atwood
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Neither are nailed but I'd probably say Hazard is more nailed considering recent performances

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

        So it that a yes?

        I expect both to play, but Hazard has a DGW

    2. Ten Season Wonder
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I think so, yes.

      Especailly in a DGW

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

        DGW is what is swaying it, helps justify the hit

  5. Whats the Mata?
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Get in Hazard (bench 1 of Sanchez or Aguero) for -4 or get in a DGW defender (play both sanchez and aguero) for -4?

    1. madame shelly
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      hard one that. I'm tempted by cresswell and PVA and keep Alexis

  6. Bøwstring The Carp
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Is this likely for the two games?

    WATFORD
    ................. Ward
    Clyne.. Skrtel.. Lovren.. Moreno
    ............. Allen...... Can.................
    Ojo........ Coutinho........ Lallana
    ............... Benteke ...................

    CHELSEA (same as the Villarreal game)
    .............. Mignolet
    Clyne... Kolo... Lovren... Moreno
    ............. Can..... Milner.............
    Lallana.... Coutinho.... Firmino
    ............... Sturridge .................

    1. Captain Vantastic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Coutinho owner spotted 😉

      1. Bøwstring The Carp
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        I don't own any Liverpool players except Lovren (who I have awarded 2 starts 😉 )

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

      Chelsea game yes. Watford game is guesswork really

    3. Gazj11
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Can't see Can playing both. Nor Lallana or Coutinho for that matter. Ibe could be involved against Watford.

    4. HamezMace
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Can only just back from injury so doubt he'll play both, not sure about Clyne either?

      1. Bøwstring The Carp
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Lucas v WAT then?

  7. Atwood
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Why is everyone so reluctant to get rid of Aguero over someone like Kane?

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

      GW38...

      1. Atwood
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Kane has Newcastle away though. I know they're fighting for the lives, but they're not exactly great.

        I don't know, I just don't think either is essential now we're making short term decisions.

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

          I will likely swap Sturridge for Kane in GW38

  8. Demí
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Skepta - Man. What a banger

  9. Your Man With The Hair
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Hazard has been the biggest FF troll this year. Guarantee he'll do nothing over the next three games.

    ...still getting him in though.

    1. Siva Mohan
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      rumors about FA Youth Cup & UEFA Youth League winning 5 youngsters travelling to Sunderland and 3 starting..

  10. BOOM XHAKALACA
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Kane, Alli, Darmian, -> Carroll, Fabregas, Cresswell worth -4?

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

      Can you do Hazard and Reid instead of Cresswell and Fabregas?

      1. BOOM XHAKALACA
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Nope, unless I sell Bellerin instead of Darmian, but don't want to do it

  11. The Lastronaught
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Pick one to play?

    Toby A, Bellerin or TFM

  12. Pengen
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Chasing, currently 18 points away. Help appreciated
    (1FT, 2.5 ITB)

    DDG
    Bellerin Clyne Rose
    Sanchez Mahrez Payet Townsend
    Kane Aguero Lukaku

    Darlow, Stanislas, Gabriel, Targett

    A) Bellerin/Clyne + Mahrez -> Cresswell/Baines + Willian/Fab (-4)
    B) Bellerin + Mahrez -> Darmian + Hazard (-4)
    C) Only one of the transfers above
    D) Other (e.g. out with Kane?)

    Thanks!

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

      Kane or Lukaku to Carroll or Defoe?

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

        Carroll has definitely been on my mind...

  13. Siva Mohan
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    I just bought Gabriel and everyone is selling him 🙁

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

      No one is selling him

      1. Your Man With The Hair
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        No one buying him either though

    2. Demí
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      why did u buy him over a dgwer?

      1. Siva Mohan
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 11 months ago

        Bell >> Gab to fund Carroll and benching Gab

        1. Ten Season Wonder
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Could've / Should've done Russell Martin instead bro

    3. Jøssy ⭐
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Anyone who is selling him ahead of Villa next week is mad!!

  14. Jimjam
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    De Gea, Darlow
    Bellerin, Rose, Fuchs, PVA, Gabriel
    Sanchez, Firmino, Payet, Mahrez, Alli
    Aguero, Kane, Martial

    1FT, 0.4 in bank

    Rose, Alli, Kane --> Martin, Hazard, Carroll (-8)?

  15. Captain Vantastic™
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Would you get Valencia in for a hit Or play Bellerin instead?

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

      Play Bellerin

    2. Suarezista
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Bellerin if those are the options, but wouldn't mind a hit for a nailed on defender.

    3. Captain Vantastic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Cheers..

  16. camarozz
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Adrian will play one game ye reckon. Minor injury?

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

    Hey, I really need a team where all the players will play 2 games in this DGW!

    Now i have...

    De Gea, Darlow,
    Bellerin, Baines, PvA, Cresswell, Smalling
    Barkley, Hazard, Payet, Sanchez, Iwobi
    Defoe, Carroll, Martial

    All Arsenal players is for last GW. I have WC to play now, so help me pls to choose the best team.

  18. ADucksBehind
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Bench Kane or Sanchez? Thank you

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

      Sanchez by 4 million miles

    2. Margarido
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Thats one lovely doubt.
      Really think Alexis could benefit from playing away from home, and City will offer him what he likes the most: space 🙂

      Kane will likely be playing without at least Toby, Dembele and Alli…
      But Southampton are shipping goals in the last 8 or something...

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

        are we sure Dembele is out?

        1. Ten Season Wonder
          • 12 Years
          9 years, 11 months ago

          Certain

  19. madame shelly
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    hazard in for a hit a bench Alexis or play Alexis ?

  20. Gazj11
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Is Payet the obvious TC option this GW?

    1. Your Man With The Hair
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Obviously

    2. Ten Season Wonder
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Him among a select few others.

      Also consider;

      - Carroll
      - Hazard

  21. French Gooner
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Daniel STURRIDGE:

    A) Buy

    B) Hold off

    1. Ten Season Wonder
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      I'm considering selling. Am I crazy?

    2. elkunaguero
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      Dont buy, dont sell

  22. Sylas
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    My proposed moves for -12 ~

    KDB > Hazard
    Walker > Cresswell
    Kun > Carroll
    Delaney > Moreno/Valencia

    My team post these moves ~
    Robles
    Cresswell Moreno/Valencia PVA (Kosc, Bellerin)
    Hazard Payet Milner Townsend (Sanchez)
    Kane Carroll Borini

    Would you recommend taking out Borini for either Defoe/Deeney as well?

  23. Ten Season Wonder
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Sturridge > Rooney

    Yay or Nay? (will still have Firmino)

  24. DanwiseTheBrave
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    I know we're all focused on now, but who do you think the best final week punts will be?

    Obviously will have Sanchez, but wondering about a Welbeck or someone, in which case I need to free an Arsenal spot.

  25. Toonmad
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    AM I BEING STUPID HERE? I THINK I AM BUT IM CONSIDERING DROPPING AGUERO FOR LINGAARD CAUSE HE HAS A DGW. I AM BEING STUPID ARENT I?

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

      Yes, because Lingaard is a mid and Aguero a forward

    2. karvs155
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      yes

    3. Jøssy ⭐
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 11 months ago

      You've certainly got a problem with your Caps Lock key

  26. zerinot
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    DDG, Mannone
    Bellerín, Smalling, Azpil, Pva, Cresswell
    Fabregas, Hazard, Sanchez, Firmino, Payet (C)
    Caroll, Defoe, Lukaku

    Benchboosting after wildcarding last week. 1 Ft and 0,3 M in the bank. Mostly worried by Lukaku. With the reputation he has on here he will likely start all games and score big if i get rid 🙂

  27. TRLSP
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Hey, I really need a team where all the players will play 2 games in this DGW!

    Now i have...

    De Gea, Darlow,
    Bellerin, Baines, PvA, Cresswell, Smalling
    Barkley, Hazard, Payet, Sanchez, Iwobi
    Defoe, Carroll, Martial

    All Arsenal players is for last GW. I have WC to play now, so help me pls to choose the best team

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

      I think Iwobi is a bit risky, but you might be ok if he gets less than gets subbed on/off in the 60th min at his price. Must admit i havn't considered Barkley much myself, he will probably start but hasn't played full 90 mins since Gw 29, also Everton on really bad form.

  28. FPL Blow-In
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    Hello guys thoughts here? Stumped ATM.

    Robles, Darlow
    Rose, Simpson, Fosu, Bellerin, Gabriel
    Sanchez, Firmino, Payet, Lanzini, Zaha
    Aguero, Kane, Sturridge

    FT and 1.4 itb

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

    Nothing better than watching a heavily rotated side get absolutely pasted

  30. camarozz
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 11 months ago

    If u were 25 points ahead with 5 dgwers, no Payet or carroll or hazard..... But have firmino and Sturridge..... And....

    Ur rival has his TC with Carroll and hazard but no Firmino or Sturridge....

    What would be your plan of action??