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FPL team reveal: My Gameweek 13 plans to replace Phil Foden

We hear from one of the most successful Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers in the world ahead of Gameweek 13: the Fantasy Football Scout Hall of Fame number seven, Jon Ballantyne.

Jon has remarkably finished inside the top 1,000 in each of his last three seasons, having posted a further three top 20k overall ranks across his five other campaigns playing FPL.


After a score of 79 points in Gameweek 12, my overall rank improved to 50,397th – a healthy position for this stage of the season. With the hectic Christmas fixture schedule just around the corner, there will be plenty of opportunities to harness a competitive advantage as we navigate quick-fire fixture swings and manage the increased rotation risks.

Over the last few days, we’ve learned how irrelevant a static transfer plan can be, with further injuries and rotation doubts for several key players. I’ll be sharing my reactive transfer plans below while the injury news is relatively fresh. I hope you enjoy it!

GAMEWEEK 13 ASSESSMENT

Moving into Gameweek 13, I have some immediate concerns to address. Firstly, the most relatable for other managers out there, involves Phil Foden (£8.3m). With uncertainty surrounding his current injury status, I’m less incentivised to hold him in the short-term and, as we look ahead, I expect further uncertainty regarding Pep Guardiola’s line-up over the festive fixture schedule. With that in mind, it seems reasonable to target a safer prospect and potentially unlock funds in the process.

Secondly, Kieran Tierney (£4.8m) remained on the bench for Arsenal in Gameweek 12 without a known injury designation. There is speculation that Nuno Tavares (£4.3m) will make way for him when Arsenal face Newcastle United on Saturday but, with no degree of certainty, this does weaken Tierney as a prospect, especially given the fragile state of my team’s bench.

Finally, while it doesn’t concern my team, Ben Chilwell (£6.0m) will miss the remainder of the year with a suspected ACL injury. It’s widely believed that Marcos Alonso (£5.6m) will move into Thomas Tuchel’s line-up with little competition. With his accessible price point, comparably strong attacking output and security in his position, he stands out as someone I would like to target.

Transfer Plans (£0.1m in the bank)

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  1. Top Lad Dakes.
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 4 months ago

    What to do? 2FT 0.0 ITB, likely Foden and Chilwell that need replaced. Going for Alonso, James or Rudiger is the question in defence… and midfielder?

    Ramsdale (Steele)
    TAA Cancelo Chilwell** (Livramento Manquillo)
    Salah Jota Foden* ESR (McArthur)
    Vardy Jimenez Toney

  2. Sterling Malory
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 4 months ago

    Soon, I did Duffy > Chilwell.

    Who should I replace him for, for free?

    Ramsdale
    TAA Cancelo James Chilwell
    Salah Foden ESR Raph
    Vardy Jimi
    Foster Toney Livra Brownhill

  3. fachada
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 4 months ago

    Any love for Cornet? No one? just did him for Sarr

    1. FF Dirtbag
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Cornet is a great shout. Just hope his output is sustainable (which I don't think it is)

    2. Nate(U)dog(ie)
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      I got him in last week, like his fixtures and he's in fine form at a nice price point. Just be wary he'll be off for AFCON but plenty of time before that

    3. Dammit_182
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Great call, and flips to Bowen if you need him too. Think he’s AFCON too though.

    4. @persecuted_by_mods
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Not sold, can't keep scoring absolute worldiesn

    5. FF Dirtbag
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Any news on KDB? Is he still out due to covid?

      1. SINGH
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        KORONA VAHRUSSSSS

      2. The Mentaculus
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        "A little bit tired, no taste, symptoms you have [with Coronavirus]. Six or seven days [isolating so far], a few more days we will do a PCR test if he is negative he will be back."

        1. FF Dirtbag
          • 12 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Cheers that's helpful! Just planning ahead.

    6. SINGH
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      YOOOO HWANG OR TONEY?!!?!?!?!

      1. Boss Hogg
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Pardon?

      2. I Member
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Hwang for the next couple games, Toney long term.

      3. Nate(U)dog(ie)
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Sir this is a Wendys

    7. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Bottomed!

      Which option scores more:

      A) Mbeumo
      B) Jota - 4

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        A

    8. Letsgo!
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Seems like alot not selling foden now??

        1. Ze_Austin
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          I find it hilarious when a club's social media post or medical team announcement goes against what the coach says at the presser

          And more often than not, IIRC, it's the coach who turns out to be lying or playing games with half-truths and vague words

          I'm surprised the lies are still not coordinated better, as these guys are usually masters of fine details in other aspects

      1. Nate(U)dog(ie)
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I think most are, he looks like he'll drop. I'm holding though even if it was clear he wouldn't play on Sunday

    9. Pat Bonner
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      This place really has gone downhill hasn't it. Forum is unusable now, needs a block function

      1. X Trapnel
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        It's awful. There are much friendlier sites out there. I know there are some decent posters up on here but it seems to appeal to an increasingly unpleasant / immature bunch who find it amusing to wind up other people. It's just awful.

      2. Nate(U)dog(ie)
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Yeah, some days are fine, I've often been on in the early morning and there's a decent bunch and some good chat at times but a block function could be really nice

      3. The Mentaculus
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • Has Moderation Rights
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I can't stand it during matches, but on the whole I find it quite helpful, some good posters around

    10. Champions League Varane
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Livramento and Son to Jota and James -4?

      1. Stormbringer22
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I wouldn't want to sell Son for a hit this week. Any other way of getting James?

      2. Pat Bonner
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Selling son for a hit isn't a good move

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          This

      3. ClassiX
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Why have you waited so long?

      4. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Son’s next 3 fixtures are Burnley, Brentford and Norwich. Why would you want to sell him?

    11. Stormbringer22
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Chilwell + Raphina > Alonso + Jota for free sound good?

      1. fish&chips
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        That's what I'm doing. Tough to lose raph but fixtures are tightening up soon so I think it's a fair move

        1. Stormbringer22
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 4 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Nice one mate, appreciate the reponse

      2. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Yes

        1. Stormbringer22
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 4 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Cheers!

    12. RamaJama
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Who would you get?

      A) Gallagher
      B) Bilva
      C) ESR

      1. FF Dirtbag
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        A

      2. Stormbringer22
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Exactly the order you've put them in. Factoring in Christmas time rotation - seems like Gallagher is a more nailed pick than Bilva

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Thanks, will also give more funds to upgrade elsewhere. Do you think Gallagher will continue to deliver at this level?

          1. Stormbringer22
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 4 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            Can't really say mate, but I don't see why not - Palace playing well and Gallagher seems to get himself in good areas of the pitch.

      3. DB_00
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        B

      4. Pat Bonner
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Can I tempt you with Trossard?

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          A bit, yes, but need to see more

          1. Pat Bonner
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            He's almost matching Salah for attempts at goal and chances created in last 6gws. Only thing lacking is number of big chances (2 compared to Salah's 6). Fixtures look decent and he's on pens

            1. RamaJama
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 11 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              Great option, thank!

            2. Ze_Austin
              • 5 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              Oh, I'm tempted

            3. Nate(U)dog(ie)
              • 3 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              Hm, I have him but was planning on moving him on after next week (I still like him as an option especially if he keeps playing as a false 9, but I guess it's Brighton's general profligacy that is behind my reasoning), might reconsider

              1. Pat Bonner
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 12 Years
                2 years, 4 months ago

                I would stick for a few more weeks but can see your point - I find it hard to trust Brighton attack as well

      5. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        C. That Newcastle game has lots of goals written all over it

    13. fish&chips
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Who scores more over the next 2)

      A) Alonso (MUN, wat)
      B) cancelo (WHU, avl)

      I think Alonso is more nailed so I reckon Alonso factoring in the risk of a benching. What do you all think?

      1. Stormbringer22
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Cancelo more the priority imo

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 11 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          This

          1. fish&chips
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 13 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            I will get both but one in 2 weeks. So you reckon cancelo should come first?

            1. fish&chips
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 13 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              Can't help but feel he will be benched in one of the 2

              1. RamaJama
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 11 Years
                2 years, 4 months ago

                Also fear that every game..

              2. Stormbringer22
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 4 Years
                2 years, 4 months ago

                Go with your gut, but if I had to pick one to get this week - Cancelo would be it.

                1. fish&chips
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 13 Years
                  2 years, 4 months ago

                  Cool cheers for the comment guys. A fear of an imminent benching is pretty much why I haven't brought him in for weeks already so maybe I should just get him now

      2. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Cancelo. Alonso hasn’t played much football recently so he might take a week or two to get match fit.

    14. Hulk Smash
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      I have 2 FT and exact money to do:
      Chilwell to Alonso
      Mbeumo to Gallagher

      Yay or nay?

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Go for it!

      2. BeWater
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I would.

        1. Hulk Smash
          • 8 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Thanks both

    15. Boss Hogg
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      If he's fit enough to play the invisible oboe*, he's fit enough to play.

      https://i.redd.it/piy96a679y181.jpg

      (*not a euphemism)

      1. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Interesting that he’s not in a bib like Mahrez and Fernandinho. Two players who I doubt will start the game.

        1. claretparrot
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          That's Walker, who I expect will start

      2. ‘Tis the Season
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        deleted image from reddit

    16. yanky
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Sanchez
      TAA Rudiger Cancelo (Coady Veltman)
      Salah Jota Raphinha Saka Mbeumo
      Toney Kane (4.5m)

      already have coady as first sub.
      I can swap veltman to alonso for free, should I? Means benching one of mbeumo raphinha or rudiger

    17. kysersosa
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Mount over Jota?

      Nearly brought Jota in for Mount last week and missed out on the points, but hesitating again. Im dubious he'll play much more than 60 and Firmino could be back sooner than expected .

      RMT over the next 6 has Mount ahead.

      Mount:26.31
      Jota: 21.17
      B.Silva: 19.93

      Ironically im most tempted to go for B.Silva to have 2 city to go with 2 Chelsea (Alonso and James) and 2 Liverpool (Salah and TAA).

      I think any of the 3 are good picks, but is just sticking with Mount a bad idea?

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Would go for Jota. Afcon steals Mane and Salah not so long after Firmino’s back

      2. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I’m sticking with Mount for his next two fixtures, United and Watford, to see what he can do. On paper they look like great fixtures for him.

        1. kysersosa
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          I think im going to do the same and role the transfer.

    18. Erez Avni
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Ramsdale
      TAA Rudy Cancelo White
      Salah Raphi Foden Son Mbuemo
      Jimenez

      Foster Antonio Livra Broja

      other options:
      A. Foden to Jota
      B. Foden & White to James & Gallagher (-4)
      C. Antonio & White to James & King (-4)

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        A

      2. Botman and Robben
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        A

    19. jimbo90
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Chilwell and Foden > James and Jota for a hit?

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Yes

      2. Botman and Robben
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Ya

      3. Jacktastic
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Conflicting news on Foden do not sure

      4. EL_FENOMENO
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Did it last night

      5. claretparrot
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        It's really just Foden > Jota -4, isn't it?

        I wouldn't do that personally. You'd need Jota to out-perform Foden by at least one attacking return, which if Foden does start isn't anything like guaranteed

        1. claretparrot
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          If you actually do need to do it for the defensive move, then I think it's a yes

        2. ‘Tis the Season
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          if he doesn't start the first game and the second surely Jota outperforms him..

    20. Boss Hogg
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Anyone else think that Conor Gallagher reminds them of Jimmy Bullard in his pomp?
      Like they both should have played in the 70s?

      1. Jacktastic
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Yep

    21. Louis99
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Thoughts on Benteke? Feel like he'd make a great differential...

      1. kysersosa
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Yup, I backed him last week. To score against the team that made him though?

    22. Jacktastic
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Did Tuchel mention if Havertz is fit?

    23. kysersosa
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Any reason why Alonso wouldn't come in for Chilwell? I see Azp came on the other night to replace him. TIA

      1. fish&chips
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I think azpi was warmed up ready to replace James when the injury happened

        1. kysersosa
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Thanks

      2. Jacktastic
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        Azp was coming in anyway

        1. kysersosa
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Thanks

      3. Amartey Partey
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        I think there is a chance he doesn’t start if Tuchel thinks he’s not match fit enough, but it’s unlikely.

        1. kysersosa
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 9 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Thanks. Yeah I doubt it, but that's a factor

    24. Kloppage Time
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      I think my mind is made up to go Foden to Jota, "hope they come back soon" does not bold good for this weekend?

      "Pep Guardiola on Phil Foden/Jack Grealish: "Today is a day off, tomorrow training in the morning, we will see how they feel. We will not take risks but hopefully, they can come back soon."

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 4 months ago

        He is back in training, check Mancity Instagram latest post

    25. AD2110
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 4 months ago

      Would you rather have as long term picks?

      Raphina or Gallagher

      1. @persecuted_by_mods
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Get both, but Raphina if I had to pick

      2. @persecuted_by_mods
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Phil Frauden could reach legendary troll status if many sell and he hauls

          1. Ze_Austin
            • 5 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            Pep's troll status is already known (and he did this in GW12 with the same Foden), but this would be legendary by his standards too

        • Stranger Mings
          • 3 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          All what about chilly & Antonio to James & benteke ? I play foden but if doesn’t play I hsve raphinha on my bench to come on?

          1. The Mentaculus
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • Has Moderation Rights
            • 2 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            Like the moves. Would prob just bench Foden for Raphinha

            1. Stranger Mings
              • 3 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              Cheers yeh guess that was a an option will have a think

        • Erez Avni
          • 7 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Don’t want to take the hit so what would you do?

          A. bring Jota now and James next GW
          B. bring James now and Jota next GW

        • dylano21
          • 6 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          For this week only:

          A) Alonso
          B) Dier

        • smix
          • 8 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Raph to Saka or just hold. That Newcastle tie looks tempting

        • Mornar Bar
          • 3 Years
          2 years, 4 months ago

          Do you think it's worth waiting one more GW and probably going -4 to bring in James, or getting Alonso for free? I have Chilwell* and Rudiger.

          1. Ze_Austin
            • 5 Years
            2 years, 4 months ago

            I'd suggest Alonso now, Rudiger to James next GW, both free

            Possible?

            1. Mornar Bar
              • 3 Years
              2 years, 4 months ago

              It is, I have exact funds, I'm just afraid that James will go more up in price until next GW but I might consider, thanks