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Gameweek 7 team news: Bamford out, Raphinha fit

Patrick Bamford (ankle) and Luke Ayling (knee) will miss Leeds United’s Gameweek 7 clash with Watford but Raphinha (hip) has been passed fit, as reported by their manager. Not the Gameweek 7 team news you’d hoped for.

Marcelo Bielsa was one of six Premier League head coaches to face the media on Thursday, with the other 14 top-flight bosses set to provide us with injury updates on Friday – be it in the form of a standard pre-match press conference or from embargoed quotes given after tonight’s Europa League and Conference League ties.

We’ll round up the key updates from today’s virtual conference calls so far in the article below. Don’t forget to keep checking our Predicted Line-ups page and Injuries and Bans tab, which will be gradually updated between now and Saturday’s Fantasy Premier League (FPL) deadline.

LEEDS UNITED

Leeds will not only have Raphinha available for selection against the Hornets but centre-halves Diego Llorente and Pascal Struijk, too. The pair are returning from injury and suspension respectively.

“Raphinha is available, Bamford isn’t. And another player who was injured but who is [now] available is Llorente.” – Marcelo Bielsa

Bielsa offered us an update on Bamford’s recovery, which hinted that he would be nearing a return after the October international break given that the striker has sustained his ankle problem at Newcastle in mid-September.

“Bamford has an ankle injury that is surely going to take him a few more weeks to resolve, it hasn’t been a simple injury. It will likely take him from the period in which he was injured to when he returns, around a month.” – Marcelo Bielsa

Bamford himself had been discussing his injury on Leeds’ official podcast this week.

“It’s been about 10 days now, since I did it. In that 10 days, I’ve done very little. It’s not ready to run on yet. I imagine within the next 10 days, then I’ll be able to run.

“Once I can start running and changing direction normally, then back in with the team, probably a week.” – Patrick Bamford

Robin Koch (pelvis) and Luke Ayling (knee) are also set to remain out, joining Adam Forshaw (thigh) on the sidelines.

“Ayling has a problem in his knee that is going to require a simple surgical intervention. That will also require some time after this procedure is done.

Koch has a problem in his pubis which is a very rebellious injury. There is no prognostic for when he will be recovered because it can last a short period of time or a long period of time. That’s subject to his evolution.” – Marcelo Bielsa

BRIGHTON AND HOVE ALBION

Graham Potter said that Yves Bissouma (knee) is “making progress” ahead of the clash with Arsenal, adding that a decision on his involvement will be made later in the week.

Danny Welbeck is seeing a specialist on his hamstring issue, while Steven Alzate (ankle), Adam Webster (hamstring) and Enock Mwepu (groin) are all out.

BURNLEY

Matej Vydra (back) and Jay Rodriguez (hamstring) could recover for the visit of Norwich City but Maxwell Cornet (hamstring) looks set to sit Gameweek 7 out.

“With Vyds, I think he has got a strong chance of being with us and available. I don’t think Maxwel will be, he’s going well but it will probably be too quick a turnaround. It’s probably too risky.

“Jay Rodriguez is back on the grass with the physio so he has got of chance of being involved on Saturday.” – Sean Dyche

Connor Roberts (match fitness/groin) and Dale Stephens (ankle) remain unavailable but Kevin Long is nearing a return to fitness after recovering from a long-term ankle issue.

ARSENAL

Except for Granit Xhaka, who was earlier this week ruled out for three months with a knee problem, the Gunners reported on Thursday that “all other players in the men’s first-team squad are currently fit and available for selection.”

WATFORD

The Hornets confirmed on Thursday that Peter Etebo tore a quad muscle in Gameweek 6 and is expected to be out for four to five months.

In better news, Tom Cleverley (concussion) and Daniel Bachmann (knee) are available for the Leeds game after returning to training.

SOUTHAMPTON

Longer-term injury victim Jack Stephens (knee) is the only confirmed absentee for Southampton’s trip to Chelsea.

“Jack Stephens is still out. The rest, not so big issues. One or two players a little bit struggling. Yesterday we had everyone on the pitch.” – Ralph Hasenhuttl

Stuart Armstrong (calf) has rejoined training this week and will be assessed ahead of the clash at Stamford Bridge:

“Since this week, he’s training with the team. We will have a look how he is, if he’s part of the squad on the weekend, then we will decide what we want to do with him. He was 42 days out, I think.” – Ralph Hasenhuttl

Theo Walcott and Will Smallbone had previously returned to the training ground earlier in September but have yet to make a playing comeback after their injury-enforced absences.

485 Comments Post a Comment
  1. OverTinker
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    On WC and Have Rudiger and Cancelo, White and Livra who should I go far
    1. James
    2. Alonso
    3. Dias (playing pool)

    1. Flynny
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      C

      1. OverTinker
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        that would be double city defense vs Pool - won't it better to then take a risk of either James or Alonso??

    2. I Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      1

      White is a good enough sub for him if he doesn't play this week. Sounds like he should be back after the international break and he's the pick of the Chelsea defenders imo.

    3. Pep bites Kun
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      1 or 2 if you have decent bench cover

    4. caldracula
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Azpi

  2. AC/DC AFC
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Is Ronaldo looking a more in form pick than Lukaku at the moment?

    It's just not falling for Lukaku and despite the fixtures I'd be more confident in Ronaldo returns.

    1. jackruet
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Things changes quickly. Few days ago people wanted to sell Ronaldo

      1. AC/DC AFC
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        I know.

        I've got both and I've watched Lukaku quite closely including last night and I'm more likely to flip him right now.

        1. jackruet
          • 2 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          He wont play juve this week

    2. Bleh
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Happy with Ronaldo but will look to switch to Lukaku once I have a spare transfer. More pressing concerns at the mo.

    3. Wrong Captain Choice - Ag i…
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I have both Ronaldo and Lukaku. Always planned to captain Lukaku this week. Man United are struggling. If Benitez double marks Ronaldo - Everton get a result. United a team of disjointed high profile players with no cohesion. Chelsea better around ‘team’ with a nicer fixture seems obvious to me.

    4. Camzy
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I'm trusting Lukaku. Juve and City are two of the toughest teams to play. Southampton will be different entirely. Back him to get at least one.

  3. Flynny
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Hi...wildcarding in the break...2fts and 1.5mitb.....any thoughts on:

    A.....ayling and jota to rudiger and raphinha.

    B....taa jota king to rudiger sissoko lukaku (c)  - 4 (get taa back on wildcard).....would have to start sissoko at Leeds.

    Sanchez
    Taa shaw white ayling livra
    Salah greenwood jota benrahma gilmour
    Ronaldo Antonio king

    Thanks

    1. CoracAld2831
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A: But maybe get rid of Greenwood instead of Jota?

      1. Flynny
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Greenwood more likely to start than jota surely?

    2. FOO FIGHTER
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Raphina won't play GW8 due to IB.

      1. Bleh
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Is this confirmed?

    3. RamaJama
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B

  4. CoracAld2831
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    New page re-post:

    Please play one, bench one:

    1: Dunk
    2: White

    Rest of my defense: Christensen(playing), Ruediger(playing), TAA (benching).

    1. Bleh
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Dunk, higher ceiling

  5. Bleh
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Best move? Looking a bit light, especially at the back.

    A. TAA > Rudiger (-4)
    B. Jota > Raphina (-4)
    C. G2G

    Sanchez
    Duffy, Marcal, Alonso
    Salah, Gray, Benrahma, Jota
    Antonio, Ronaldo, Dennis

    (Steele, Livramento, Allan, TAA*)
    4.1 ITB

  6. Lignja
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A. Jota to Raphina
    B. Ronaldo to Lukaku
    C. Both -4

    Sanchez
    Rudiger, White, Coady
    Salah, Grealish, Jota, Benrahma, Sarr
    Ronaldo, Antonio

    Taa, Ammartey, Scarlet

  7. g40steve
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Two non starters minimum this week, que a hit!

    A. Bamford > Jimenez/ASM -4
    B. Trent > Cancelo -4
    C. Bamford & Trent > Vardy & James (confirmed playing) -8
    D. Bamford & Trent > Auba & Cancelo -8

    Sa
    #Trent, Alonso, Tierney, Semedo
    Salah, Greenwood, Saka, Gray
    Lukaku, Antonio

    4.0, Sissoko, Livramento, #Bamford

    .7

    1. Gazza2000
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

      1. g40steve
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Jimmy or Max

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I would either leave it as it is with Livramento to come in for TAA and Sissoko cover for Alonso or the Bamford move

      1. g40steve
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Ta

  8. Tonyawesome69
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A bit unclear on what to do before WC in GW8. I may end up with only 10 players with Alonso a rotation risk

    A. TAA to Azpi and play Brownhill or Livramento
    B. A + Bamford to Wood/Jimenez (-4)

    1FT 0.1ITB
    Foster
    Alonso Veltman TAA*
    Salah Benrahma Raphinha Jota
    Ronaldo Antonio Bamford*
    (Bachmann Brownhill Livramento Ayling*)

    1. Pep bites Kun
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Alternatively, play Livra & Bam to Wood v Nor? I don't like the hit value before wc

  9. RamaJama
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Best Greenwood replacement?

    A) Benrahma
    B) Grealish

    1. Lignja
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      B

    2. Bleh
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    3. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Probably B but wasn't great in the UCL. He may need a rest as he has played a lot of games in a row

  10. Eleven Hag
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A) Sell Bamford (who other than Antonio?)
    B) Bench and start one of Duffy/Livra

    A or B plz?

    1. RamaJama
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Is A a free transfer? If so then Bamford out

    3. AC/DC AFC
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A to Antonio makes most sense.

      1. _figu
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 6 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Eh, he specifically said not Antonio.

    4. Bobby Digital
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Jimenez is a good midterm pick

  11. gellinmagellan
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    After MUCH pondering, played my FT (Torres > Saka)

    Sanchez (Foster)
    Shaw Coady White (Livra TAA)
    Salah Ben Jota Saka Greenwood
    Antonio Lukaku (Scarlett)

    Here's hoping Shaw plays!

  12. Athletico Underachieving
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    WC madness kicking in. Thoughts on Lowton over Marcal? Slightly wary that Marcal is just naff and will be dropped

  13. Iceball
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Luke Shaw..."more of an illness"... said Southgate
    Can I survive with Semedo Rudiger Shaw (Ayling Tsimikas)?
    Or would you take a hit to get Azpi or someone, one week punt before WC?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Wait and see what OGS says tomorrow. You already have 2 non playing defs.

  14. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    I will be honest, it is a mistake getting rid of TAA for one GW only plus CHE defence Tuchel roulette and City vs Liverpool GW7.

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      If you don't plan to WC in GW8 then yes. I would rather hold

      1. FOO FIGHTER
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yup

      2. nico05
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Same

    2. _figu
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      If I sell, won't get back until 13, probs. Perfect alternatives with excellent fixtures

  15. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Save FT this week and do TAA + Marcal + Gilmour to Cancelo + James + ESR in GW8?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      TAA could be fit for GW8 but yes to having 2FTs over the IB

      1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Yes. But which trio scores more? Not looking at TAA in isolation; do Cancelo, James and ESR combined score more than TAA, Marcelo and Gilmour combined?

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Over how many GWs?

          1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
            • 7 Years
            2 years, 6 months ago

            Next 4.

            1. Tonyawesome69
              • 5 Years
              2 years, 6 months ago

              If all are fit and starting from GW8 onwards then Cancelo, James and ESR should outscore the other option

    2. pingissimus
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      GW8 is one week where TAA looks absolute gold. If he's fit then he would be a very brave sale even for Cancelo James combo - he remains the most likely defender to return in attack and Watford are almost as good as it gets. Wrong week for it imo not least given James and cameos

      1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        True. But isn't it wrong to look at just TAA in isolation?
        GW 8 and 9:
        James plays Brentford, Norwich.
        Cancelo plays Burnley, Brighton.
        TAA plays Watford, United.

        That one downgrade of TAA gets me the other two. Plus an option of ESR for Gilmour.

        1. pingissimus
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Question of timing for me mostly. See the logic.

          Think in your shoes I'd do the TAA James part this time around if there is half hopeful news about James from Tuchel. That way you get a plausible 6 pointer to add into the equation.

          Is there any rationale for holding the move to 8 on your set up?

          1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
            • 7 Years
            2 years, 6 months ago

            Exactly my thought after I pressed "post". If there is even a slight possibility of James playing this GW, he is coming in. Will see what Tuchel says tomorrow.

  16. _figu
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Ramsdale
    TAA* White Semedo
    Salah Jota Sarr Gray
    Ronaldo Antonio Bamford*

    4.0 Digne Sissoko Livramenko

    1 FT, 1.3 ITB

    A) TAA, Bamford to Vardy, Rudiger
    B) TAA, Bamford to Lukaku, 4.5
    C) TAA, Bamford, Jota to Lukaku Rudiger Bamford (-8)
    D) Keep TAA, Sell Bamford & Jota (-4)

  17. Drexl Spivey
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    That Man United fixture's not half flying under the radar this week.

    Early kick-off, points to claw back, Shaw pinging them in for Ronnie (c)...

    Warrants an early beer, I reckon.

    1. I Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Can see Everton beating them.

  18. Amartey Partey
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Anyone else worried that Greenwood might not start this GW? I’ve got a feeling Lingard might be ahead of him now.

    1. Maeki2
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Lingard deserves to start only enabler for Ronaldo since Greenwood refuse to pass the ball along

    2. nico05
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I don't see it. Greenwood far better player

    3. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Does Lingard generally not play on the left and not affect Greenwood directly? More Sancho could take his spot

    4. Nomar
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I don’t have him, but I don’t think Greenwood is in any danger from Lingard whatsoever.

  19. OverTinker
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    when is Tuchel press conference?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      tomorrow

    2. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      13.30 usually

  20. nico05
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Fernandes + Perica to Allan (1st sub) + Lukaku?
    Essentially playing Lukaku instead of Bruno, is it a good move?

    1. _figu
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Sure. I would pick D.Luiz over Allan

      1. nico05
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Thank you. Is D.Luiz as nailed as Allan then?

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      2FTs or a hit? Probably not for a hit

      1. nico05
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        2 FT's. Would you do it?

        1. Tonyawesome69
          • 5 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          Yeah I don't mind it. Gives you a captaincy pick and it's a long term move. There may be better 4.5m options than Allan

  21. FOO FIGHTER
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    1 FT

    Lukaku or Ronaldo to (V)ardy on the cards...

    1. SADIO SANÉ
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      lol

      1. FOO FIGHTER
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        One of Lukaku or Ronaldo will blank again GW7.

        Feel it in my toes.

        1. SADIO SANÉ
          • 8 Years
          2 years, 6 months ago

          wouldn't surprise me

    2. _figu
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      No

  22. EL tridente
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Jota and Ayling to Raphinha and Rudiger for a hit?

    1. _figu
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Great transfers

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      I like that as long term moves

    3. nico05
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yeah solid moves

    4. Amartey Partey
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Not for a hit. Rudiger good choice, but Raphinha will miss GW8.

    5. Drexl Spivey
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Definitely Raphinha. Rudiger for a hit's worth 2 points with a clean sheet anyway. May as well play who you've got.

  23. Rinseboy
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Thoughts on this -4? Would bench Gray and start James.

    TAA Jota and Scarlett to Rudiger Raphina Jimi?

    Sanchez
    Rudiger James Marcal Tierney
    Salah Sarr Raph
    Jimi Ronnie Lukaku
    Steel Gray Sissoko Livra

    1. Camzy
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Yes from me. Team looks good. If James doesn't play, you get Gray who I think is a perfectly fine pick for this week.

      1. Rinseboy
        • 12 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        thanks would you still bench Gray though if all were fit?

  24. Stranger Mings
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    A) tierney b) Christensen c) other under 5m defender?

  25. TIM NICE BUT DIM
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Is Jimenez playing for Mexico during IB? If so, wouldnt there be doubts as to whether he is available for the gameweek after the IB with quarantines and such?

    1. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      yes but I think I read somewhere they may have agreed Jimenez plays 2/3 and travels back to the UK. You'll need to find it in Twitter

  26. umerlfc
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Anything worth a hit? 0 FT 0 ITB

    Sanchez
    Alonso Shaw Semedo
    Salah Jota Raphinha Sarr
    Lukaku(c) Antonio Jimenez

    Steele TAA Gilmour Amartey

    1. nico05
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      No. Good team, very strong even with TAA injured

      1. umerlfc
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        Thanks

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      You could potentially have only 1 playing defender in GW8. Alonso a rotation risk, Shaw an injury doubt, TAA is out and Amartey is not first choice

      1. Tonyawesome69
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        GW7*

  27. Ci Siamo
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Who scores more this week?

    A) Mbeumo

    B) ESR

    1. Miguel Sanchez
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

    2. Tonyawesome69
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      A

  28. Scots Gooner
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez / Steele
    TAA* / Christensen / White / Coady / Livramento
    Salah / Jota / Sarr / Traore / Allan
    Ronaldo / Antonio / Jimenez

    What's most pressing here? Planning to just hang onto TAA if I can.

    Originally planned CR7/Coady to Lukaku/Rudiger for - 4. Traore to Saka worth considering?

    1. fricky_
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Probably Jota out for Raphinha or Saka I'd say

      1. fricky_
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 6 months ago

        and then take that hit next week

    2. _figu
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      Solid team. Keep Trent, you have decent def this week.

      I'd sell Jota to Raphinha

  29. fricky_
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Sanchez
    Rudiger - Semedo - Duffy -
    Benrahma - Salah - Sarr -
    Antonio - Lukaku

    1.5 itb
    Azpi/Alonso/James?
    Saka/Raphinha/someone else?

  30. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 6 months ago

    Klopp v Pep at Anfield [With fans]

    Liverpool 1 City 0 (PL)
    Liverpool 4 City 3 (PL)
    Liverpool 3 City 0 (CL)
    Liverpool 0 City 0 (PL)
    Liverpool 3 City 1 (PL)

    11 goals in 5 games

    Salah captain anyone?

    1. OverTinker
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 6 months ago

      how many scored by Salah?