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11 March 2017 1167 comments
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After two of our differential picks, Marko Arnautovic and Fernando Llorente, struck gold last week, we’re hoping for more of the same ahead of the disrupted
Gameweek 28.

An in-form Hammer takes star billing ahead of a trip to struggling Bournemouth, while under the radar midfield options from Hull City and Liverpool have also caught our attention.

Manuel Lanzini

While big things were expected of West Ham United’s Robert Snodgrass following his arrival from Hull City in the January transfer window, it’s Manuel Lanzini who has shone brightest since the departure of Dimitri Payet.

The Argentine has been directly involved in 50 percent of the Hammers’ goals since Payet left to return to Marseille, totaling three goals and a trio of assists over the last seven Gameweeks.

Lanzini has impressively fired in 12 goal attempts over his last four appearances, bettered only by Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho among midfielders.

So ahead of the afternoon’s trip to Bournemouth, Lanzini, who costs just 6.4 in Fantasy Premier League (FPL), looks a great differential option.

The Cherries have failed to keep a clean sheet since their last victory, away to Swansea City in Gameweek 19, and have conceded more goals (21) than any other team since.

Slaven Bilic’s men also face further appealing match-ups at home to Leicester City and Swansea City, along with an away trip to Hull, over the next five Gameweeks.

So Lanzini, who is currently sitting in just 1.6% of FPL rosters, looks an intriguing option, not just for the disrupted Gameweek 28, but also for the upcoming period.

Kamil Grosicki

With an assist in each of his last two Gameweek appearances, Hull City midfielder Kamil Grosicki appears to be gaining momentum ahead of this afternoon’s vital home clash against Swansea City.

The Poland international has started all four matches since joining the Tigers from French side Rennes in January, and looks set to be a pivotal figure as Hull battle to avoid relegation.

Since making his debut in Gameweek 24, Grosicki has impressively produced more shots on goal (nine), created more chances (six) and supplied more crosses (34) than any team-mate over the subsequent four matches.

Available at just 5.5 in FPL then, Grosicki could provide Fantasy managers with solid value, bearing in mind that the Tigers also face further favourable home match-ups against West Ham, Middlesbrough and Watford over the next seven Gameweeks.

Today’s clash looks particularly promising for Grosicki, given that Swansea will be without regular right-back Kyle Naughton, who misses out with a hamstring injury.

So Grosicki, who’s played on the left wing in his last three appearances, may gain more joy against the veteran Angel Rangel, who’s expected to deputise for Naughton.

The Swans, meanwhile, have struggled on the road this season, managing just one clean sheet. They have also conceded more big chances (37) than any other side in away matches this term.

With an ownership of just 0.2% in FPL, Grosicki has the potential to emerge as a key differential not only for today, but for the rest of the run-in.

Georginio Wijnaldum

While Sadio Mane, Philippe Coutinho, Roberto Firmino and Adam Lallana have all enjoyed spells this season as the leading option from the Liverpool midfield, recently it’s been Georginio Wijnaldum who has been forcing his way into the conversation.

Impressively, the Dutchman has produced two goals, an assist and five FPL bonus points in his last four appearances.

Bearing in mind that the Reds host Burnley at Anfield tomorrow, it’s Wijnaldum’s home form, like last season – where he scored all 11 of his Premier League goals for Newcastle United at St James’ Park – that is once again set to prove crucial to his appeal.

Wijnaldum, who sets us back 7.5 in FPL, has delivered attacking returns in each of his last five home matches, registering three goals and two assists, averaging 8.2 ppg.

Burnley’s record on their travels merely heightens Wijnaldum’s appeal. Away from home, the Clarets have mustered a single clean sheet and conceded more shots inside the penalty area (157) than any other side.

With further home fixtures over the next four Gameweeks against Everton and Bournemouth, Wijnaldum could prove to be a handy differential beyond this weekend, then, with Liverpool’s schedule during the final months of the season also generally very favourable.

So for those looking to make up lost ground in mini-leagues, a punt on the 1.4%-owned Wijnaldum could pay off handsomely.

  1. Tomas Brolin ate all Depays
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Y/N Holebas to Olsson for a -4?

    1. A.T
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      No

    2. diesel001
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Yes

    3. The Overthinker
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      No

    4. Legomane
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Maybe

      1. Legomane
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Does it gain you anything going forward?

    5. LukeyLuke777
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      If long term, yes.

    6. mad_beer ✅
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      No chance. I doubt a CS for WBA.

      1. Mr. Funny Name
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Presume he means Olsson from Swansea

    7. Karan_G14
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      No. I doubt the hit will repay this week.

    8. STONEROSES
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Not a chance

    9. Kiwivillan
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Already did it. Best cheap defender going

  2. smix
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Mane or Lukaku captain ?

    1. Legomane
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      I'm currently on
      Cout
      Kak
      Then Mané

    2. Blue&White85
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Mane for me.

  3. hannesdela
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Aguëro to Llorente? Would mean -8 and 11 players this GW.

    Was planning to ship Aguëro anyway next GW for Kane or Ibra.

    1. Dimen
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      I did it and am happy. Lots of money over. And Aguero hasn't been the same. Not worth 12.8 even if he scores regularly.

      1. hannesdela
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Uhu yeah that's what I am thinking. I brought in Carroll as well for Benteke so I'd either replace Carroll or Llorente with Kane after this GW.

    2. Legomane
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      I did Ibra > Llorente
      But wouldn't bother with kun. Kept him for Kane switch next week

      1. hannesdela
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Yeah but I can just make the Kane switch from Llorente, no? I brought in Carroll as well for Benteke so after this GW I replace either Carroll or Llorente for Kane.

  4. PMz
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Good to go?? Anything else would be for a hit. 1.7 ITB .

    Heaton

    Amat Smith Nyom Coleman

    Barkley Mane Siggy Carroll

    Rondon Lukaku (c)

    Non-playing players: Aguero, Azpi, Sterling

  5. A.T
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Aguero to Llorente for a hit?

    1. The Overthinker
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Yes

    2. Karan_G14
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Already done it. Depends if you want the take the risk.

    3. Dimen
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Yes.

    4. mad_beer ✅
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Hull have only kept 3 CS all year. A good gamble if you ask me.

      1. A.T
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Yep and i think the new manager bounce is wearing off.

    5. meerlight
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      That was one of my transfers this week. thumbs up from me

    6. A.T
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Thanks all.

  6. The Overthinker
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    How many players playing?
    How many hits?
    Who has the armband as of now?

    1. A.T
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -8
      Lukaku

    2. HuttonDressedasLahm
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10, no GK
      -4
      Mane

    3. LukeyLuke777
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      9
      -12
      Lukaku

      1. Kiwivillan
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Same lol

    4. Albert_Luque
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      7 (8 if Amat plays)
      -8
      Mane

    5. Karan_G14
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      11
      -12
      Lukaku

    6. Jafooli
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -8
      Mane

      1. Jafooli
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        * -4, hits are half price this weekend 😎

    7. Fred54
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      8 (not including Amat)
      -8
      Lukaku

    8. LEEDSLEEDSLEEDS
      • 14 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -16 and about to go -20 to remove that bell end Matt Phillips. This season sucks balls.
      Mane

    9. MarkyMarkovic
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -8
      Kaku

    10. Loðbrók
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10 + Amat
      -4
      Lukaku

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

      10
      -4
      Kaku

    12. mad_beer ✅
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10.
      -4.
      Lukaku.

    13. Legomane
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -16
      Coutinho

      1. TOBY1
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

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

      11
      -8
      Mane...luk...no...mane!

    15. TOBY1
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      11, -8 , Mane

    16. diesel001
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      -8
      Coutinho

    17. Frank Koscielny
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10 (provided Amat gets to play)
      -12
      Coutinho

    18. Athletic Bilbo
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Morning all

      11
      -4
      Coutinho over Lukaku but wavering due to firmino knock. Will go to the wire, waiting on training session news

    19. Caleb's Kitties
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      9
      -8
      Mane

    20. Toothless
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      10
      0
      Mané

  7. Jafooli
    • 14 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Are FPL player price changes audited by an independent accountant?

    If not, why not?

    1. MarkyMarkovic
      • 12 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      They spent all the $$ on the shiny rebrand and hiding the matchday blog

      1. Jafooli
        • 14 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        And the notepad 😡

        1. Numb
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          On the plus side, their new Twitter account is pretty cool.

        2. A.T
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          I found a solution to that. It took me half a season but i think I've cracked it. Just downloaded a notepad onto your phone. Boom. Works exactly the same. 😉

          1. Jafooli
            • 14 Years
            9 years, 3 months ago

            Not the same Timbo.....I'm blaming my poor season on a lack of FPL notepad.

            I used to have all my plans and transfers lined up on there.....now it's in my head, no chance 😀

            1. A.T
              • 15 Years
              9 years, 3 months ago

              I know it's difficult, i found it difficult too but you've got to move with the times. Try this one and if you don't like it you can just delete it.
              https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.socialnmobile.dictapps.notepad.color.note

              It's been a lifesaver to me. No longer do i have to mentally chant my next 5 transfers in my head all day long. The headaches have stopped and the doctor says i can go back to work soon too. I feel reborn.

              1. Jafooli
                • 14 Years
                9 years, 3 months ago

                😀

                Will give it a go.....

  8. Farke in hell
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    anyone considering siggy for captain?

    1. The Overthinker
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Yes. My VC.
      May become.my captain

  9. Feed tha Sheep
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Is Agureo & Phillips > King & Llorente worth a -4?

    Could get coutinho but don't want another Lpool mid (have mane)

    1. LukeyLuke777
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Yes.

  10. bowsy51
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Which is best for a hit?

    A) Phillips -> Antonio
    B) Phillips -> Lanzini
    C) Aguero -> Llorente

    1. LukeyLuke777
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      A + C but if just one, A.

    2. Loðbrók
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      b or king in

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

      A or B

    4. Ha.
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      A or B

      My current decision 😛

    5. Legomane
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      A

  11. The Red Devil
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Can't wait for next GW when I'll get back all the big guns! Namely Kane Alli & hazard!

    1. Numb
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      More hits? Or they're already on your bench?

      1. The Red Devil
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        More hits! Stagnating around 300k, might as well go for the jugular!

  12. smix
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Llorente or Antonio to get in this week ?

  13. Whats the Mata?
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    have 8 players with -4
    worth getting andy carrol in for -8?

    1. Fred54
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Look at each hit individually rather than collectively and see it you want that player long term.

  14. HurriKane
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Ofcourse i had to see it after i transfered Antonio in 🙁

    Lanzini has impressively fired in 12 goal attempts over his last four appearances, bettered only by Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho among midfielders.

    1. Fred54
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Very tempted to bring him for -12 but I think -8 is my cut off point for hits in a week, it would be for Sterling, so may as well give Sterling a chance.

      1. HurriKane
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        thing is i talked up lanzini all week but opted for Antonio somehow

        starting to regret it already. ir are both equally good options?

    2. HuttonDressedasLahm
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Indeed
      I got Carroll instead, but needed a striker (not Llorente) so made sense

    3. Blue&White85
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Antonio isn't a bad move and could outscore Lanzini in the next few weeks.. He is always a threat, just slightly dearer than Lanzini.

      1. HurriKane
        • 13 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        cheers mate. I thought Antonio who has returns in 15 outkf 25 starts might play alongside caroll uptop

    4. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      coutinho's shots are from ridiculous angles, I wouldn't compare efforts with him.

  15. The Red Devil
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Finally got a starting XI with a -8 though
    Heaton
    McCauley olsson RFM Robertson
    Fletcher mane siggy Snodgrass
    Lukaku llorente
    Subs- Pickford Alonso Aguero Phillips
    6.6ITB
    GTG? Kept Phillips as I'll get hazard next week to replace him, so didn't go for lanzini!

    1. Annie
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      Hits next week?

      1. The Red Devil
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Yes, hazard Alli Kane for kun Snodgrass & Phillips

  16. Earn your Spurs
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 3 months ago

    Sorry to repost but no replies before.

    I feel I'm digging myself a hole using logic - or maybe logic is the way to go. Help please!

    Team as present is :-
    Randolph (Grant)
    Coleman, Baines, Mawson, McAuley (Alonso)
    Mane (C), Siggy, Lanzini, Firmino* (de Roon)
    Lukaku, Llorente (Kane)

    Logic says Firmino won't play and selling him for Coutinho gives me a certain 2 points and a shot at more, for a hit. But I'm already -12

    Either way I'll sell Firmino/ Coutinho next week for Alli so it's a one hit punt

    Advice please

    1. JurgenRocks
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      I don't think you should take another hit, sell him next week. Or play your WC and make the transfer.

    2. MTPockets
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Same situation. Feel I don't know enough about how liv will play with Origi to have informed opinion on whether worth it. May change my mind before 2pm.

      • Legomane
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        I wouldn't personally

      • Earn your Spurs
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks 🙂

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

      Shall I do Sterling to King for a hit?

      Or just play ten players or swap for someone else?

      1. LukeyLuke777
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Do you plan on getting Sterling back any time soon or getting rid of King? If not, do it.

        1. JurgenRocks
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          I don't want Sterling back. Next week, I want to get Pedro in for one of my midfielders. Depending on how King does, it may be him, or it might be one of my other midfielders.

          1. LukeyLuke777
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 15 Years
            9 years, 3 months ago

            Worth doing then.

    4. S.Kuqi
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 3 months ago

      According to dinnery Firmino did train yesterday. Some users here states that he didn't not sure who to believe.

      1. Weasel51
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Not Dinnery

      2. diesel001
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Not Dinnery.

      3. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        liverpool press said he didn't train

      4. Numb
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        He wasn't in any of the training photos from yesterday. Unless Klopp has deliberately withheld any photos showing Bobby to confuse Dyche.

      5. tisza
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        thought Klopp said Firmino would start training on Friday but may not be ready for match.

      6. MTPockets
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Seems to be claiming Klopp meant no training 'until now' (friday). No other source agrees though.

          1. Numb
            • 11 Years
            9 years, 3 months ago

            Yes, he's assuming that Klopp is using the word "until" in the proper English sense - but I think he actually meant "up to and including now"

      7. Iinvin
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Antonio or Lanzini??

        1. Earn your Spurs
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Lanzini

        2. Point-one short
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Same dilemma. Thinking of a second hit for phillips to antonio or lanzini, but not sure which. 🙁

      8. mahone24
        • 16 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Phillips to Mane for -4 (have Coutinho)?

        1. diesel001
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Yes

        2. Earn your Spurs
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Yes

      9. Polster
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        For -4? 0.5ITB

        PVA to...
        A. Funes Mori
        B. Matip
        C. Any Suggest?

        Brunt Mawson
        Grosicki Mané(C) Antonio Siggy T.Carroll
        Lukaku

        Blanks : Kun Ibra Cedric Fabio Grant Courtois

        Plan for GW 29 : Ibra to Kane

        1. Weasel51
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          FM

      10. MMN
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Who to bring in for Phillips?

        A) Lanzini

        B) King

        1. diesel001
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Grosicki

        2. LukeyLuke777
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          King.

          1. MMN
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 3 months ago

            Does he have any attacking threat outside pens?

        3. Earn your Spurs
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Both good - Lanzini for me

        4. nkhoughton
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          King

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

        What are the amount of hits people have currently taken

        1. diesel001
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          2 hits

      12. squintykid
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Any pool news, thought there was a few injury concerns. What are the chances that Holgate might get a run out?

        1. Numb
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Holgate plays for Everton

          1. Urchin
            • 12 Years
            9 years, 3 months ago

            Which is a club based in (liver)pool 🙂

            1. Numb
              • 11 Years
              9 years, 3 months ago

              Close enough. Unlikely Holgate plays but not impossible.

      13. Syd.
        • 17 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        How many hits have you all taken?

        1 for me - got Siggy in for Capoue

        1. diesel001
          • 9 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          2 hits

        2. Fred54
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          2 hits.

      14. Whats the Mata?
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Would you rather have Carroll (LEI) or Kun (LIV) next week(gw29)?
        This will help me decide if I get in Caroll in or no

        1. Syd.
          • 17 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Kun

        2. LukeyLuke777
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Kun.

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

          Kun over Carroll but I don't want kun longer than needed

      15. Albert_Luque
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Defoe > Llorente worth a -4? Already on -8.

      16. woody3260
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Planned transfer all week was to get Siggy in. Something stopped me though ended up getting Coutinho and King.
        Even though Siggy has form fixtures and set pieces..crazy?!

        1. nkhoughton
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Yes siggy is a season keeper

      17. Urchin
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Is carroll captain too much risk...?

        Lukaku and firmino are my other options.

        1. Weasel51
          • 10 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          Lukaku

        2. Albert_Luque
          • 11 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          If you feel he will score the most out of your players, go for it.

      18. Henning
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 3 months ago

        Hmmm should i get wijnaldum in? im Chasing in my ml and im shure my rivals dont have him.

        1. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 3 months ago

          not a bad shout, he loves a home goal