Scout Picks

FPL Gameweek 30 Scout Picks: Palace triple-up, Salah returns

With the two-and-a-half-week break finally behind us, it’s time to turn our attention to the Gameweek 30 Scout Picks.

We deliberated over the Scout Squad submissions made by Marc, Sam, Tom and Neale before coming up with our final team.

As ever, we are limited by certain restrictions in our selection:

  • An £83.0m budget for our starting XI
  • An overall squad limit of £100.0m
  • No more than three players per team

GAMEWEEK 30 SCOUT PICKS

GOALKEEPER

FPL price change predictions: Who will rise + fall on March 6?

We’ve gone with Alisson Becker (£5.6m) despite the potentially tricky test that Everton will pose.

Liverpool, who have won their last three Premier League home games against the Toffees, each by a 2-0 scoreline, boast the second-best expected goals conceded (xGC) tally in 2024/25.

No club has kept more clean sheets than Liverpool’s 12, either.

Everton, meanwhile, are on a nine-match unbeaten run under David Moyes, but have scored the joint-fewest away goals this season, with 11 in 14 matches.

DEFENDERS

FPL notes: Gakpo latest, Glasner on Munoz 3
 

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  1. Tonyawesome69
    • 6 Years
    1 month, 18 days ago

    On WC31, I'll be activating the chip as close to the deadline as possible (setting a calendar reminder) in the hope it drives one or two price changes.

    Hopefully a few others will be doing the same.

    *WC transfers does not impact price changes

    1. ᶠᶦˡᵗʰʸLucre $$$
      • 10 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      Make sure you set this alarm for 6:20pm, Tonya

      1. Tonyawesome69
        • 6 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Friday 4th April 6:20pm alarm is set

    2. Merlin the Wraith
      • 8 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      Surprises me that any player presses WC button so early in a GW. Don't they trust themselves to wipe out the hits closer to the deadline? I enjoy seeing the hits rack up (-36 so far) before pressing the nuke button (probably about 4pm today)

  2. RamaJama
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    1 month, 18 days ago

    Any upgrades worth on WC with 2.7 in the bank?

    WC draft, 0.1 in the bank:

    Raya
    Gvardiol Munoz Kerkez
    Salah Saka Kluivert Sarr
    Isak Mateta Marmoush

    Areola, Murphy, Gabriel, Livra

    1. The Iceman
      • 2 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      GTG.

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Cheers, GL

    2. _Ninja_
      • 14 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      Like it, same as me only Milenkovic over Livra as i'm prob going Howe AM.

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        No AM left, only FH and BB

        1. OptimusBlack
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Sorry to post my question here
          But maybe we have same thinking I have also Kerkez and Kluivert and think to not keep both of them

          1. RamaJama
            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
            • 12 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Will probably sell one of them at least for the DGWs

            1. OptimusBlack
              • 12 Years
              1 month, 18 days ago

              Okay Dude Good Luck and ur WC awesome

              1. RamaJama
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 12 Years
                1 month, 18 days ago

                Cheers, GL!

          2. _Ninja_
            • 14 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Bou have a likely dgw in 36 so its not a huge issue keeping if they still do well.

            1. OptimusBlack
              • 12 Years
              1 month, 18 days ago

              Thxxx

    3. OptimusBlack
      • 12 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      Which is better in WC GW 30 and BB GW 33 ?
      A- Gabriel Kerkez Kluivert would just keep Gabriel

      B- Timber Konsa Foden
      B has 3 DWG GW 33

      1. RamaJama
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 12 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        B, but you have FT towards gw 33 too

        1. OptimusBlack
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Yes u are right too but this gaves me more DGW players for GW 33

    4. Snoopydog
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Snap. Though I'm trying to decide between Burn and Livra. The 0.1, annoyingly, matters for swift options to Palmer or Haaland in next few GWs. Thinking Burn but don't want to have to replace him if he gets 2 yellows before GW32/33.

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Cheers!

    5. SpaceCadet
      • 11 Years
      1 month, 18 days ago

      Start Gabriel or Kerkez? Raya GK

      1. The Iceman
        • 2 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Same dilemma and went with Kerkez to spread the risk.

        1. RamaJama
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Same, see above

        2. SpaceCadet
          • 11 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Cheers

      2. Snoopydog
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Started Kerkez. Also starting Saka and Raya. Gab benched.

      3. Flynny
        • 10 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        What is the best pairing her eon wildcard. Bb32

        A....martinez (saints in 32 - double up with konsa) and sarr

        B.....verbruggen (Leicester in 32) and eze

        Thanks

        1. The Iceman
          • 2 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          B because I prefer Eze.

        2. aapoman
          • 11 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          I like B but prefer Sarr over Eze. Sarr is cheaper and has the better stats

        3. Tonyawesome69
          • 6 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          The decision between Sarr and Eze is more important than the GK on BB32

      4. Norco
        • 10 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Where to spend 1.9m ITB here on WC?

        Any upgrades worth it?

        Raya / Martinez
        Gabriel Gvardiol Munoz Trippier AWB
        Salah Palmer Sarr Kluivert J.Murphy
        Isak Mateta Marmoush

      5. Crystal Alice
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Eze 9.2 Sarr 6.8 overall- is there a way to see Eze vs Sarr ownership in top 100k?

      6. SAMCRO-Sons Of Fantasy
        • 12 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        I only had 1FT, used it, but then decided to WC today. How many transfers will I have going into GW31?

        1. The FPL Units
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          The same number you had at the beginning of this GW.

        2. ᶠᶦˡᵗʰʸLucre $$$
          • 10 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          1

      7. Atimis
        • 8 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Those hitting AM31, what are you doing about GW33?
        I intend to start with Howe but would switch for DGW33, Arteta, Emery, Pep? WC depending on this call e.g, if going triple Arsenal or City.

        1. Whazza
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Glasner all the way if Brighton game ends up being table bonus. Otherwise Emery vs Forest and switch to Glasner. Yes I'm chasing

          1. The Iceman
            • 2 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            My plan also.

      8. Gazza2000
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 13 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Think I will go with this WC lot, will BB32 and in FH34
        Would you prefer Arrizabalaga instead of Verbruggen?

        Raya
        Gabriel Gvardiol Munoz
        Salah Saka Foden Sarr
        Isak Mateta Marmoush

        Verbruggen Murphy Burn Konsa

        1. Gazza2000
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 13 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Could also go with Areola and get Palmer instead of Saka

        2. The Knights Template
          • 11 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Yepa Kepa!

          Too early for Saka.

      9. SpaceCadet
        • 11 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Best city mid for a one gw punt?

        1. Whazza
          • 12 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Phil

          1. Merlin the Wraith
            • 8 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Might as well go for 'Sideshow Bob' O'Reilly as Foden. 😀

      10. The FPL Units
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 15 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Currently on a -4 for this lot. Should I WC?

        Pickford
        Munoz Williams Robinson
        Bruno Bowen Kluivert (S)alah Mbeumo
        Mateta Marmoush

        Bench: Fab Wissa Cresswell Faes

      11. donbagino
        • 4 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        With BB and TC available, should we consider TC33? I mean being on WC we can set team for BB32 but who could we consider for TC33 as Isak looks very solid for GW32

        1. Camzy
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 14 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Saka vs IPS cry looks fantastic for TC33.

          Yeah why not? Seems a good strat to plan a BB32 and TC33.

          1. donbagino
            • 4 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Not bad :), thanks

        2. Viper
          • 15 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          I'd bench boost 32 & decide in 33 who to TC. Could even wait for a double later. Prioritise bench boost

        3. ᶠᶦˡᵗʰʸLucre $$$
          • 10 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Subject to the fixtures going where everyone thinks they will go (which is far from a given) I think TC33 will be popular.

        4. aapoman
          • 11 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          I'm going this route. BB32 and TC33 either Saka or spicy Marmoush

      12. Gordon Cole
        • 7 Years
        1 month, 18 days ago

        Taken a -4 to get to this team. Would you wildcard or wait till next week?

        Pickford (Fab)
        Gvardiol, RAN, Huijssen (Robinson, VDB)
        Salah, Palmer, Fernandes, Kluivert (Mbeumo)
        Isak, Mateta, Marmoush

        1. The FPL Units
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 15 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          Wait, it's good for this week.

          1. Gordon Cole
            • 7 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Cheers, that's my gut feeling too.

            1. The Over Tinker
                1 month, 18 days ago

                You have most bases covered

        2. I SPEAK ENGELS AND DRINK GI…
          • 5 Years
          1 month, 18 days ago

          A) Start Palmer, bench Wood. Save ft
          B) Wood to Marmoush, bench Palmer

          WC probably next GW

          1. The Over Tinker
              1 month, 18 days ago

              Don't like either really. Probably get Marmoush in is best.

          2. SuperDan
            • 9 Years
            1 month, 18 days ago

            Saka or Foden? Dont have funds for both.

            1. Camzy
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              1 month, 18 days ago

              Saka.

            2. The Over Tinker
                1 month, 18 days ago

                I am on the Saka train. Hope it doesn't derail!

            3. Viper
              • 15 Years
              1 month, 18 days ago

              I'm on WC & playing AM on Glasner 31-33.

              Who are the two best Palace? Mateta is pretty locked so basically one of Sarr, Eze or Munoz. Thoughts?

              1. Gazza2000
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 13 Years
                1 month, 18 days ago

                Eze, Sarr Munoz in that order imo

              2. The FPL Units
                • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                • 15 Years
                1 month, 18 days ago

                Sarr, not good fixtures for defense after GW30.

            4. Camzy
              • Fantasy Football Scout Member
              • 14 Years
              1 month, 18 days ago

              I have one last midfield slot I have not decided on yet.

              9.8m to spend.

              A) Foden
              B) Kluivert
              C) Bruno
              D) Diaz
              E) KdB
              F) Rashford

              These are the 6 I'm considering. It's realistically between the first 3 I think. Strong opinions one way?

              1. Silecro
                • 7 Years
                1 month, 18 days ago

                I am personally still going with Kluivert, he seems like the combination of best sides from Bruno (nailedness, pens, all set pieces, creativity) and Foden (great fixtures, at least short term). Not to mention big price difference which you might need sometime later in the season

                1. Camzy
                  • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                  • 14 Years
                  1 month, 18 days ago

                  I'm pretty sure the money won't matter. But he is appealing in terms of fixtures, form and decent team.

              2. Snoopydog
                  1 month, 18 days ago

                  I've opted to stay with Kluivert for now. The next two fixtures are nice - but options on moving him GW32 on.

                • Lovely ball from Silva to A…
                  • 2 Years
                  1 month, 18 days ago

                  Probably Bruno.. Looks like the old Bruno we know and love

                • The Over Tinker
                    1 month, 18 days ago

                    Kluivert for me. Everyone else too punty. Depends how differential you want to go I guess.

                • wotwot
                  • 10 Years
                  1 month, 18 days ago

                  I really need your help!

                  What would you do?
                  A. AM31-33, BB35/36
                  B. BB33, AM35-37

                  1. The FPL Units
                    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                    • 15 Years
                    1 month, 18 days ago

                    A

                  2. The Over Tinker
                      1 month, 18 days ago

                      A

                  3. Weeb Kakashi
                    • 9 Years
                    1 month, 18 days ago

                    Would you bench boost this?

                    Hendo
                    Gvardiol Murillo Gabriel
                    Salah Palmer Kluivert Sarr
                    Isak Mateta Marmoush

                    Sa(WHU). Semenyo(IPS) Burn(BRE) RAN(WHU)

                    1. Merlin the Wraith
                      • 8 Years
                      1 month, 18 days ago

                      On face of it it looks decent but I'd fancy WHU & Brentford to nick a goal or 2 that would blow a torpedo through it.

                      1. The Over Tinker
                          1 month, 18 days ago

                          Agree but you could probably make that case against most BBs

                    2. The Over Tinker
                        1 month, 18 days ago

                        Gone pretty template on WC, looking to BB 32, FH 34 (AM and TC used). Am thinking I don't need any planned transfers barring injuries etc. and will have free transfers to attack BB36 when known.

                        3 x ARS doublers Inc Saka
                        3 x CRY doublers
                        3 x NEW doublers
                        2 x MCI doublers
                        2 x BOU for IPS, could switch out after
                        Salah
                        Verbruggen for LEI BB 32

                        Any obvious missing?

                      • Premski Beat
                          1 month, 18 days ago

                          I've got WC, FH, BB and AM chips still to play. Felt like I was doing the right thing holding them, but now I'm not sure. Trying to work out when to play AM. Wanted it for the Palace/Newcastle double in 32, but am I right in thinking 33 is looking like a double for a few teams, and possibly best to play BB? FH is defintely 34 for me. I'd welcome any advice on how to play this!

                          1. The FPL Units
                            • Fantasy Football Scout Member
                            • 15 Years
                            1 month, 18 days ago

                            GW30 WC
                            GW31 AM
                            GW34 FH
                            GW36 BB

                            1. Premski Beat
                                1 month, 18 days ago

                                Thank you. That seems like it would work. Is 36 looking like a double?

                                1. The Over Tinker
                                    1 month, 18 days ago

                                    Yes. Agree with previous suggestion.

                                    1. Premski Beat
                                        1 month, 18 days ago

                                        Nice one. Just need to sort my WC today at work now!!

                              • YoungPretender
                                • 10 Years
                                1 month, 18 days ago

                                Bench one;

                                A) Bowen (wol)
                                B) Wissa (new)
                                C) Kerkez (IPS)
                                D) Gabriel (FUL)

                                Currently on B

                                1. Lovely ball from Silva to A…
                                  • 2 Years
                                  1 month, 18 days ago

                                  Gabriel

                                2. The Over Tinker
                                    1 month, 18 days ago

                                    I am benching Gabriel which feels weird. Hedging my bets as have Raya to cover ARS clean sheets.

                                3. BlzE_94
                                  • 10 Years
                                  1 month, 18 days ago

                                  Burn or Livramento on WC?

                                  1. The Over Tinker
                                      1 month, 18 days ago

                                      I'm on Burn but considering changing due to YC situation with Burn

                                    • aapoman
                                      • 11 Years
                                      1 month, 18 days ago

                                      Livramento

                                  2. YurtyAhern
                                    • 5 Years
                                    1 month, 18 days ago

                                    Okay to hold off WC to GW31? Haaland to Marmoush done - 1 FT left

                                    Pickford
                                    Gvardiol Kerkez Gabriel
                                    Salah Bruno Kluivert Sarr Semenyo
                                    Wissa Marmoush

                                    Fabianski Wood Mykolenko Castagne

                                  3. Dollyems15
                                    • 3 Years
                                    1 month, 18 days ago

                                    Start mbuemo or mgw?
                                    Start Gabriel or murillo, also got raya?

                                  4. MetallicaJack93
                                    • 1 Year
                                    1 month, 18 days ago

                                    Saka or Palmer on a wildcard?

                                    1. Jafalad
                                      • 15 Years
                                      1 month, 18 days ago

                                      Palmer. I have a feeling he is going to come good v Spurs. I have this feeling that it is too early to wildcard.