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Rashford v Fernandes: Who is the best pick for FPL 2023/24?

Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford has climbed from £6.5m to £9.0m in Fantasy Premier League (FPL) after recording a career-high haul of 205 points in 2022/23.

It means he now costs half a million more than Bruno Fernandes, who has dropped from £10.0m at the start of last season to £8.5m.

One hot topic our the comments section is over which Man Utd midfielder to buy, which we’ll investigate in this latest Premium Members article.

We’re using our Comparison Tool to help run the rule over the pros and cons of Rashford and Fernandes.

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GOAL THREAT

PlayerMins per goalMins per penalty box touchMins per shotMins per shot in the boxMins per shot on targetMins per expected goal (xG)
Rashford169.414.526.736.958.8186.2
Fernandes41421.13673.697.4355

Rashford scored 17 Premier League goals in 2022/23 – a tally beaten only by Mohamed Salah among FPL midfielders – and was in a league of his own for goal threat compared to Fernandes.

The England international registered a shot in the box and expected goal (xG) at roughly twice the speed, with just over half of Fernandes’ efforts taken from outside of the area.

It’s also worth noting Fernandes’ xG figure is boosted by two penalties (more on that below). His rate of non-penalty xG last season is one every 427 minutes, compared to 355 when spot-kicks are included.

Above: Rashford (left) and Fernandes’ (right) xG shots 2022/23

Rashford’s form did drop off towards the end of the season, as he scored just three goals in his last 11 Premier League appearances from Gameweek 26 onwards.

Still, the Man Utd team as a whole generally looked more tired, as they continued to play midweek matches without reprieve.

It’s important to keep this in mind, as Rashford was still his side’s biggest goal threat during that period, leading in all of the key goal threat metrics, from shots in the box to big chances to xG.

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  1. LangerznMash
    • 7 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    06/07/23: Richarlison current ownership = 2.4%

    18/07/23: Spurs' 1st preseason Friendly... Richarlison starts #9 and takes a penalty.

    19/07/23: Richarlison FPL ownership = 88%

    1. Who let Udogie out?
      • 1 Year
      10 months, 12 days ago

      20/07/23: Richarlison get injured

      1. Dthinger
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 7 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        injured celebrating his penalty goal, and also gets a yellow card for taking off his shirt

    2. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 14 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      20/07/23

      Ownership drops down to 1% after owners watch the highlights and are reminded of his ridiculous pigeon dance and come to the reality it’s richarlison they were picking in their team

  2. CheesyZoot
    • 4 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Best 4.5 mid to complete the bench?

    1. Who let Udogie out?
      • 1 Year
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Ditch 4.5mid and go for 3-5-2/4-5-1

    2. lugs
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      none appeal yet, i've gone for Chukwuemeka as a placeholder for now, he certainly has the potential to become nailed in that average Chelsea side especially under a new manager

  3. ★Kuntheman★
    • 8 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    I was really stuck on having Bruno in my team at his price but I love the look of this draft:

    Verbruggen (Areola)
    Gabriel Saliba Estupiñan (Beyer, Baldock)
    Salah Saka Maddison Foden Mitoma
    Haaland Nkunku (Archer)

    If Joao Pedro becomes a realistic starting option over preseason I’d probably switch to 3-4-3 and go Bruno-Ndombele-Joao Pedro over Maddison-Mitoma-Archer. United’s first five fixtures don’t look that great and we don’t know how Mount will impact Fernandes, Maddison could also thrive under a very attacking setup!

    1. Who let Udogie out?
      • 1 Year
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Having 2 Arsenal defenders is like begging for a knee jerk.

      1. ★Kuntheman★
        • 8 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Arsenal’s pairing of Saliba and Gabriel had 12 CS and 25 goals conceded in 27 games prior to Saliba’s injury.

        After Saliba’s injury, Arsenal had 2 CS and 18 goals conceded in just 11 games.

        I think recency bias is making us forget how solid this defensive partnership was, Saliba was the second highest scoring defender in points per game prior to injury and Gabriel was not too far off either. Love the pairing at 5.0 each.

        1. Who let Udogie out?
          • 1 Year
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Saliba is world class defender. Gabriel is average. I hope Arsenal get Timber so Ben White can partner with Saliba.

          1. Deulofail
            • 8 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            Gabriel was as good as Saliba last season. I don't think Saliba & Ben White would make nearly as good a partnership (unless we're talking about a 3-way!). They are both RCBs who can play RB.

            1. Who let Udogie out?
              • 1 Year
              10 months, 12 days ago

              Saliba could make Holding look like a great defender.

              1. Debauchy
                • 11 Years
                10 months, 12 days ago

                Forgive the young un folks

                1. Debauchy
                  • 11 Years
                  10 months, 12 days ago

                  What games do you watch , Saliba is Arsenal's best at the back already and he will only get better.

                  1. Deulofail
                    • 8 Years
                    10 months, 12 days ago

                    Is this a reply to me?

        2. Andy_Social
          • 11 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          I paired them this morning after dropping Ramsdale. My back line is currently Saliba, Gabriel, Akanji, Martinez - inexpensive and all from the Top 3

          1. Bobby Digital
            • 6 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            Ramsdale Shaw Stones for me

    2. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
      • 14 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Interesting nkunku pick. Always hesitant in picking new players to a league. You reckon he’s just going to start off on fire?

      1. CheesyZoot
        • 4 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Getting tempted by him myself - he most certainly walks into the 1st team, plus we will have some new manager bounce.

        Chelsea also have some nice fixtures after GW1

        1. x.jim.x
          • 9 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Chelsea’s last 2 appointments didn’t get a new manager bounce, wouldn’t hold your breath.

      2. ★Kuntheman★
        • 8 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        I’m really high on Nkunku. He’s UCL proven and when you watch him play you can just tell he’s a different class of player altogether.

        Chelsea’s fixtures are really solid, Poch should get that team going after a solid preseason, and I’d expect Nkunku to be on pens and free kicks. He can make goals out of nothing with his long shots, and he’s one of the best finishers in the world right now. I’d be reluctant if he was 8.5 and up but he’s an absolute steal at 7.5. I’ve been a fan of his for a while though, so I could be biased! 🙂

        1. One Man
          • 7 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Seems like a risk given that Che also brought in Lukaku.

        2. Bobby Digital
          • 6 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Yea I'm starting with Jesus and will get in Nkunku if he hits the grouns running.

          1. Bobby Digital
            • 6 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            *ground

  4. ⭐ Bemba_Da ⭐
    • 14 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    I currently have mount and havertz in my midfield. Not seeing them picked a lot.

    Mount will get goals from midfield in that united team I think and havertz is a bit of a gamble but I’m thinking he’s an odegaard. Someone who was very promising and highly rated but then made a bad move but in the right system and players around him will get goals and assists

    1. CheesyZoot
      • 4 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Problem with Kai IMO is that he's battling for points against Ode, Saka, and Martinelli, not to mention Jesus up front...

      Don't personally seeing him involved in too many goals compared to those 4.

      Would be a nice differential if it came off, but risky.

      On Mount, I fully expect him to take a few weeks to really get into it at United

    2. SpaceCoyote97
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 1 Year
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I think Mount is an acceptable choice, but Havertz will be rotated a lot.

      1. Bartowski
        • 13 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Who for? They're in the process of selling Partey and Xhaka.

        1. SpaceCoyote97
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 1 Year
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Arsenal's midfield and attack is stacked even without Partey and Xhaka.

          1. Bartowski
            • 13 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            Not in the number 8 position Havertz will play they're not.

    3. ★Kuntheman★
      • 8 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      If Mount plays further forward than Bruno he could make a mockery of his price. Do you expect Havertz to start? Seemed to me like a depth signing but I could be wrong

    4. Bartowski
      • 13 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Hmm both also with something to prove as well.

    5. F4L
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      yea Havertz will be better pick than Odegaard if Ode is playing Xhaka role from last season

    6. lugs
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      i'm pretty sure Havertz is going to be a direct Xhaka replacement, he can do the attacking part of the game better than Xhaka but defensively i'm not sure how its going to work, i'll be interested in Mount after i see him play a few games and if he gels quickly

    7. x.jim.x
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      There’s good reasons why you’re not seeing them picked.

  5. sirmorbach
    • 7 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    I will make the sacrifices to have TAA + Salah + EBH. I am even considering a 4-5-1 with two fodders.

    1. Debauchy
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Think it's TAA or Salah for me but early days mate .

  6. Joyce1998
    • 8 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    How's this looking?

    Fabi
    Saliba, Estu, Porro
    Salah, Saka, Gross, Mbeumo, Bruno
    Gakpo, Haaland

    Areola, Baldock, Bell, Semenyo

    1. WVA
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Why Fab over Pickford? There don't seem to be any standout keepers this year!

  7. El Presidente
    • 4 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    My auto-pick team looks really good.

    Allison and Ederson; Cancelo, VVD, Stones, Chilwell and James; Mount, Bowen, Maddison, Luis Diaz and Havertz; Watkins, Jesus and Wilson.

    I think I'm just gonna stick with it. 🙂

  8. One Man
    • 7 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Last season Rashford and Arsenal mids made a mockery of their price points. Who is the Rashford of this season ?

    1. Debauchy
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      None evident , 1 or 2 may appear after preseason games

    2. theplayer
      • 10 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      If Kane goes, Richarlison will be a bargain and possible pen taker. Sterling and Mount could be value too but all wait and see picks for now.

      1. Baps hunter
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Son more likely pen taker

    3. DEIRDRE
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Probably Mitoma

      1. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
        • 3 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Mitoma is so over hyped.

        Good player but misses a lot of chances.

        1. Debauchy
          • 11 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Yeah I'm on Enciso at 1 Mil cheaper depending on how the preseason games pan out

        2. 2001: A Space Origi
          • 5 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          A lot of players miss, it's getting the chances in the first place you should think of.
          7 Goals and 9 Assists and only played 2/3 of the season games...

          My one criticism of him is that he did not score in the last 10 games fro Brighton, but the whole team started to flag a little by then...

          1. DEIRDRE
            • 7 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            He was desperately unlucky with handballs etc

    4. F4L
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Sterling

    5. diesel001
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      A Spurs or Chelsea midfielder.

      New manager bounce, no European football and they have good players.

      My money is on Maddison.

      1. One Man
        • 7 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Yes Maddison is good value. Potentially playing the same position as Bruno F, but 1m less.

    6. Bartowski
      • 13 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Gibbs-White.

    7. lugs
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Garnacho potentially

      1. One Man
        • 7 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Would love to see it.

    8. Sad Ken
      • 10 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Why did you say price points, rather than just prices? Seems weird to add an extra word in there!

  9. Debauchy
    • 11 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Woody !

    1. OverTinker
      • 5 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Great fast bowling!!! Love it when fast bowling gets rewarded

      1. Dunster
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 2 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Good honest wickets - that’s the England way!

      2. Debauchy
        • 11 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Top notch yeah

  10. Joyce1998
    • 8 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Think I've sussed it out

    Pickford
    Trent, Estu, Gabriel
    Bruno, Rash, Mbeumo, Gross, Saka
    Jesus, Haaland

    Areola, Baldock, Bell, Semenyo

    1. TheBiffas
      • 3 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Almost my exact team. I have son and gakpo vs your jesus and rash.

    2. PastaFasul
      • 10 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Yep, mostly the template I've been seeing.

  11. Supersonic_
    • 2 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Rumours are United closing in Onana (hope this true) what we saying for an FPL price? 5.0 or 5.5

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Prob 5.5
      If 5.0 we'll all have him

    2. x.jim.x
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      5.5 surely, most clean sheets in the league last year, even with De Gea throwing them in.

      1. Debauchy
        • 11 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        De Gea as he always had done in seasons past had a few ridiculous moments but also pulled off numerous miracle saves . Lets see mate ...

        1. x.jim.x
          • 9 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          He’s not been good enough for years. Onana will drastically improve the team, it’ll be like night and day.

          1. Debauchy
            • 11 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            Perhaps for the last 2 seasons he has tailed off but prior that he was man alone almost in keeping MU competitive

          2. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
            • 3 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            For once we agree..

            De Gea been a liability for the last 5 years, sad to see him go.

            United have treated him awfully though.

            1. x.jim.x
              • 9 Years
              10 months, 12 days ago

              No argument here, contract situation has been a disgrace.

        2. Debauchy
          • 11 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          De Gea alone saved MU from embarrassing themselves in many seasons past. FGS give him some credit.

          1. x.jim.x
            • 9 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            De Gea alone also cost United in big moments (Europa final, Europa semi, FA Cup final) because he’s not been good enough since the World Cup shattered his reputation.

            1. Debauchy
              • 11 Years
              10 months, 12 days ago

              Yeah won't argue but for what he did previously for MU he should be ever honored and he has not been, that's my real point .

              1. x.jim.x
                • 9 Years
                10 months, 12 days ago

                Obviously appreciate De Gea for what he’s done, and he’s the only player you could argue has been world class for us in the last decade, but you don’t win anything with sentimentality.

                1. Debauchy
                  • 11 Years
                  10 months, 12 days ago

                  Ok but he should be getting a better send off is all .

              2. Debauchy
                • 11 Years
                10 months, 12 days ago

                Many moons ago when I used to support MU they did the same with a great player Kanchelskis and it,pissed me off big time.
                After numerous visits to North London in the early 90s and the intro of Wenger ball I swopped allegiance.
                Easy in my case as a South African to switch I know .

                1. x.jim.x
                  • 9 Years
                  10 months, 12 days ago

                  Kanchelskis shot himself in the foot by having his agent try to give Fergie £40k for a new contract not long after George Graham got done for dodgy dealings. He then chose to leave because of gametime. Can’t blame the club for that when Beckham was breaking through.

                  1. Debauchy
                    • 11 Years
                    10 months, 12 days ago

                    Oh no maybe I misunderstood at the time 🙂 , anyway all good I'm stuck with the Arse... and been happy ever since

            2. SpaceCoyote97
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 1 Year
              10 months, 12 days ago

              Neither of the FA Cup final goals were De Gea's fault, the first was Eriksen's, and the second his view was obscured until it was too late.

              1. x.jim.x
                • 9 Years
                10 months, 12 days ago

                He should be saving the second one, it bounced like 3 times. We were in the game until then.

  12. TanN
    • 3 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Thoughts please...

    Ramsdale
    Trent Stones Estu
    Fernandes Saka Foden Mitoma Macallister
    Haaland Jesus

    Pickford Botman Bell Simms

    Not certain on the keeper situation yet - will probably look to see what the Brentford situation is (if raya stays maybe him over ramsdale and go for a 4.0 backup?).

    If I can save 0.5 on keepers then Macallister -> Mbuemo may be tempting

    1. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I like it. I have 10 of your starters. My Shaw vs. your MacAllister.

      1. Bobby Digital
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Actually I have Rashford over your Bruno too...

    2. Supersonic_
      • 2 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Looks nice, I had Raya switched fo Flek, but Raya is my first choice if he stays probably.

      I think Rashford over Bruno just. But it's a coin toss. Not sure you can afford that upgrade.

      1. TanN
        • 3 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        I will probably be able to gain 0.5 by switching from spending 9.5 on keepers to 9.0, so rashford may be affordable in that instance - for minutes though brunoF is better- will be interesting to see if Mount or hum takes the slightly more defensive role (hoping for mount as a cm and fern as a am)

    3. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I have 3 of your 15.
      Hopefully this will be a template-light season.

      1. Zimo
        • 5 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        3 here too. Which ones u got? I got Haaland Jesus Bruno.

        1. Andy_Social
          • 11 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Haaland, Saka and Foden.

          1. Zimo
            • 5 Years
            10 months, 12 days ago

            Haha only the Viking is in both our teams then. I like it. So many options.

            1. Andy_Social
              • 11 Years
              10 months, 12 days ago

              Yeh, I really think FPL Towers have priced players to give us a refreshingly non-template time.

    4. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Maybe Pickford to a 4.0m keeper like Areola to save you the 0.5m needed.

    5. 2001: A Space Origi
      • 5 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I have 5 of those: Ramsdale, TAA, Bruno, Foden and Haaland, but I also have Salah.

  13. Mikichin
    • 2 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Pickford-Areola
    TAA-Gabriel-Zinchenko-C.Roberts (Bur)-Veltman

    Saka-Enciso-Gross-Mbeumo-Rashford (transfer in Salah for GW2)

    Haaland-DCL-Broja (looking to be transfered)

  14. The Wanton Trader
    • 6 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Had a go at a Trent / Salah / Haaland team and it’s not bad…

    Verbruggen
    Trent / Gabriel / Tete
    Salah / Saka / Eze / Mbuemo / Enciso
    Haaland / Mitrovic/7.5

    Areola / Henry / Baldock / 4.5

    1. WVA
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      It's bad

      1. The Wanton Trader
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Appreciate your honesty.

    2. sirmorbach
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I actually like it

      1. The Wanton Trader
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        It’s basically my team with
        TAA / Eze / Enciso instead of
        Porro / BrunoF / Gross.

        It shows it can be done I suppose…

  15. TanN
    • 3 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Feels like trent vs Salah is the biggest debate as its unlikely that both will fit into a good team with haaland. Assuming it could be done with 2 4.0 keepers and a 4.0 defender but I don't think there is a guaranteed starter at 4.0 in goal - and keeper points can be crucial (but more crucial than trent salah and haaland being in your team??).

    I wonder if we will see Trent Salah Haaland teams with 1 fodder (be it a 4.0 keeper, 4.0 defender or a 4.5 forward or midfielder)

    1. The Wanton Trader
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Had a go above. Good timing

    2. sirmorbach
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I tried it:

      Fabianski / Areola
      Trent, Porro, Botman, Cash / Beyer
      Salah, Rashford, Martinelli, Eze / Brownhill
      Haaland, Wissa / 4.5

      1. The Wanton Trader
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Great effort….
        It’s not that difficult really 😆

        1. sirmorbach
          • 7 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Many thanks, mate.

  16. Piggs Boson
    • 12 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    City have been quiet in the market so far.

    Considering Gundog has left, with Bernardo and Mahrez also rumoured to leave they're looking bare in attacking areas...

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Focusing on Gvardiol at the moment.
      Waiting to see if Bilva leaves before shoring up the attack, I think.

    2. WVA
      • 7 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Gundog and Bernardo two of their best players, Pep wants 9 centre backs and Haaland

      1. SpaceCoyote97
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 1 Year
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Silva has to be the most overrated player in the League.

        1. OverTinker
          • 5 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          how old are you?

        2. St Pauli Walnuts
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 5 Years
          10 months, 11 days ago

          My god, you're clueless.

    3. DBW - Slug's Mortgage …
      • 3 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I'm going to get Foden if all these leave.

      1. 2001: A Space Origi
        • 5 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Had him straight in, this is his year to get game time I think...especially if Mahrez and Silva do say good bye....

      2. Piggs Boson
        • 12 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Might be a good option. Silva and Mahrez are going to be super hard to replace.

        1. Andy_Social
          • 11 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Foden's my current 7.5 of choice too, for the same reasons plus Kev's injury.

  17. Zimo
    • 5 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Do we think Collins replaces Pinnock as starting CB when they play 4 atb?

    1. Andy_Social
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Yeh, but they may well go 3 at the back, in which case Henry would be wingback. At least they're all 4.5 so you can have any of them.

      1. Zimo
        • 5 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Yeah I just want the CBs more than Henry. Their set piece threat is phenomenal.

  18. g40steve
    • 6 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    How many City do you currently have?

    Haaland only so far.

    1. Debauchy
      • 11 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      3 Stones. Foden and Haaland

      1. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        3 Akanji, Foden and Haaland

      2. Bobby Digital
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        ^ this

      3. g40steve
        • 6 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        Yes had three last year, Haaland defo, probably squeeze Foden in so many good mids. Same for defenders & City were busted sooooo many times when CS was almost nailed?

    2. Piggs Boson
      • 12 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Just Haaland atm, but don't care about "coverage".

      Considering Dias at 5.5, I see value there.

      And now I'm thinking about Foden, but long way to go in the market, so not sure about him just yet.

    3. The Wanton Trader
      • 6 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      One at the moment.

      Will probably bring in Foden after he bags a brace in the Community Shield, only for Pep to drop him the following week. 😆

    4. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Foden too

    5. The Mentaculus
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 2 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Just Haaland. Probably won't start with a defender. On the fence about Foden - need to see who's fit & who leaves... If he seems nailed (although is he ever?) he would be appealing

  19. DantheManinaPan
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Thoughts so far:

    Saka + Gabriel extremely likely to be in my team. Almost certain to have a third Arse, probably Jesus but maybe Odegaard.

    Haaland extremely likely to be in my team. Given the fixtures, there's a good chance I will gamble on a 7.5 City mid based on pre-season. Probably will avoid a triple up and won't get a defender due to rotation threat and lack of attacking options.

    Not fully decided on Salah Vs Trent, but certain I won't have both. It's possible but unlikely I'll go for neither. Salah the best c for GW2 but 4m more than Saka, Bruno etc. is steep. With the abundance of value in defence it's very doable to get a good squad with him in though. Will probably avoid all other Liverpool players unless an attacking player stands out as being completely nailed from pre-season.

    Will probably start the season with one of Bruno or Rashford, depending on how useful the 0.5 can be elsewhere. It's highly unlikely I'll start with both as Arsenal and City have better fixtures but will probably own both at some point. Would be surprised if I go into GW1 without either.

    Good fixtures means I'm likely to go for whichever 4.5 Chelsea defender appears to be nailed from pre-season.

    Not interested in Spurs for now.

    Estupiñán very likely to come in with great fixtures. Reasonable chance a Brighton attacker too but will have to watch some pre-season to determine who. But if I do go with Salah, Saka, Bruno, City mid, Haaland, Jesus, there's not really enough budget left for a Mitoma.

    I'm a Sheffield United fan so hoping I can squeeze Baldock and Ndiaye in there 😀

    1. Zimo
      • 5 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      Baldock is 4m so won't be hard 🙂

  20. DantheManinaPan
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Current draft:
    4.5 4.0
    Gabriel, Estupiñán, CHE4.5, Baldock, Bell
    Salah, Saka, Bruno, MCI7.5, 4.5
    Haaland, Jesus, Ndiaye

    1. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      No Trent??

      1. Andy_Social
        • 11 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        My most expensive defender is also 5.0m. Put the money up the pitch, I say.

      2. DantheManinaPan
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        10 months, 12 days ago

        We'll it's him or Salah. But very possible I drop Salah to a cheaper Liverpool mid or Mbeumo or Mitoma etc. and get Trent instead.

        (Intended this draft to be a reply to my above post - oops!)

        1. BrockLanders
          • 9 Years
          10 months, 12 days ago

          Looks good tbf. I'm going without Salah. Terrified of GW2 (Bournemouth) though..

  21. BrockLanders
    • 9 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    First draft:

    Pickford
    TAA, Estupinan, Shaw
    Saka, Bruno, Foden, Mitoma
    Haaland, Gakpo, DCL

    Leno, Andreas, Botman, Bell

    What you reckon out of 10?

    1. SpaceCoyote97
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 1 Year
      10 months, 12 days ago

      A solid 8. DCL is not worth picking at all, but aside from that, looks solid.

      1. SpaceCoyote97
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 1 Year
        10 months, 12 days ago

        I also feel there are better choices than Andreas for 5.5, he was great for 4.5 last season, but 5.5, I feel there are probably better choices at that price.

    2. Bartowski
      • 13 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      I'd drop Botman to a 4.0 (as you're probably not going to play him anyway as he has no attacking threat in comparison) and get Rashford for Bruno. Other than that, and monitoring DCL in preseason in comparison to other 6.0 strikers, its very good.

  22. Gazwaz80
    • 4 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Xhaka gone to Bayern Leverkusen for £21.4 million…

  23. Tomerick
    • 9 Years
    10 months, 12 days ago

    Amazing to see all these people who haven’t played FPL in years getting to choose their beloved DCL again.

    1. Piggs Boson
      • 12 Years
      10 months, 12 days ago

      He was great under Ancelotti but hasn't been the same since that long-term injury. And Everton have gone downhill...

      Avoid for me. For now.

  24. miwad
      10 months, 12 days ago

      forwards should be like this: https://www.lineup11.net/lineups/LU5aZ0pQaGw4TU1hMGF5enB2Vzk=