Spot the Differential

Spurs, Newcastle and Man City differentials to consider for Gameweek 9 and beyond

Gameweek 9 of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) is almost upon us. which gives us an opportunity to have a look at some more differential options.

This time, we’ve selected low-owned picks at Newcastle United, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur who we think have the potential to make an impact.

As always, to qualify, the player must have an ownership of 5% or less at the time of writing.

CALLUM WILSON

  • FPL ownership: 1.1%
  • Price: £7.3m
  • GW9-13 fixtures: cry | CHE | bha | BRE | ars

Callum Wilson (£7.3m) made an instant impact upon his return to Newcastle United’s starting XI in Gameweek 8, as he netted an early goal against Tottenham Hotspur.

As a result, the 29-year-old has now found the back of the net in three of his four Premier League appearances this season, and is averaging an impressive six points per match during that time, a total that only Dominic Calvert-Lewin (£8.0m), Michail Antonio (£8.1m) and Jamie Vardy (£10.6m) can improve upon amongst all forwards.

However, this season’s form is merely a continuation of the consistency Wilson offered in 2020/21, when he produced 12 goals and six assists from 26 matches. He was also involved in 58% of his side’s goals when on the pitch, emphasising his status as the Magpies’ talisman.

Newcastle remain winless in the Premier League this season, having drawn three and lost five so far, but will hope to turn a corner against Crystal Palace in Gameweek 9 under new caretaker manager Graeme Jones, who will be desperate to get off to a good start. After that, fixtures are mixed, but it is worth noting that a pair of appealing home games against Norwich City and Burnley follow those detailed above, which does suggest that Wilson could be a solid set-and-forget option right up until early December.

With 15 Premier League goals from 30 games since his move to Tyneside, Wilson usually delivers when fit, and could be the pick of the mid-price forwards in the coming weeks.

PHIL FODEN

  • FPL ownership: 4.9%
  • Price: £8.0m
  • GW9-13 fixtures: bha | CRY | mun | EVE | WHU

With attacking returns in each of his last three Manchester City appearances in all competitions, Phil Foden (£8.0m) is surely one of the best differentials in the game right now.

The 21-year-old has been in fine form since recovering from a foot injury that kept him out of action at the start of the season, and produced an excellent assist for Joao Cancelo’s (£6.3m) opener against Club Brugge in midweek.

Interestingly, Foden played in multiple positions throughout the night, but was at his best as a false nine. However, he seems to be good wherever he plays at the moment, and though there will surely be some rotation in the coming weeks, his versatility – and form – does suggest that he will start more often than not right now.

His numbers have been particularly eye-catching, too. Since making his first start in Gameweek 6, amongst all team-mates, he ranks top for passes received in the final third, penalty area touches and successful crosses, and second for expected goal involvement (xGI).

As for City, they now take on Brighton and Hove Albion before hosting Crystal Palace in Gameweek 10. The former fixture certainly won’t be easy to navigate, especially given the Seagulls’ impressive defensive numbers throughout 2021, but at the same time, it is also worth noting that they have scored 16 goals in their last five league encounters against Graham Potter’s side.

Foden is becoming an influential figure at Man City, and with an ownership of just 4.9%, is a tempting differential route into one of the league’s most potent attacks.

TANGUY NDOMBELE

  • FPL ownership: 0.3%
  • Price: £5.8m
  • GW9-13 fixtures: whu | MUN | eve | LEE | bur

Tanguy Ndombele (£5.8m) has impressed for Tottenham Hotspur in his two most recent outings, which has coincided with a move into a more advanced, central no. 10 role.

The Frenchman was a constant threat against Newcastle United last time out, as he netted his first Premier League goal of the season, and posted match-leading totals for goal attempts, shots in the box and penalty area touches. His performance against Aston Villa in Gameweek 7 was encouraging too, as he forced a smart stop from Emiliano Martinez (£5.5m) during the second half.

There will understandably be scepticism about a move for a player who has so often flattered to deceive during his time at Spurs, but in Nuno Espirito Santo’s new 4-2-3-1 formation – which features Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (£4.9m) and Oliver Skipp (£4.5m) screening the back four in a double pivot – it does feel like Ndombele will have fewer defensive responsibilities, and in turn, be handed a platform to truly express himself in the final third.

As for Spurs, they are currently placed in fifth position in the Premier League table and have now won their last three matches in all competitions. Next up is an away trip to London rivals West Ham United, before matches against Manchester United (h), Everton (a), Leeds United (h), Burnley (a), Brentford (h) and Norwich City (h).

Ndombele has improved in each match he has played this season, and if he can nail down a starting no. 10 spot, could offer real value in the coming weeks.

354 Comments Post a Comment
  1. PartyPooper
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Hi everyone,

    Adam Amstrong owner here :S

    What do Hasenhuttl's comments on Broja and A. Armstrong mean, do we think?
    Has Armstrong lost his place to Broja?

    1. Steve The Spud
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      No clarity there, I have a strong squad so I’m benching

    2. stooshermadness
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Big question, wish I could interpret Hasenhuttl's word salad in the presser. I'm concerned that 'won't be long before Adam gets his second goal' means 'I expect him to score at some point but it won't be this week because he'll be on the bench'.

    3. stooshermadness
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      It is hard to see Hasenhuttl benching either Broja or Redmond (who has been starting recently) after they combined for the goal last week.

  2. Patio Kev
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Nice to see some instant returns on the GW8 differentials by the way.

    Cash, Iheanacho & Cucurella all doing well last week.

    1. Hangman Page
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I like Cucurella. When they priced him at 5.0, FPL had obviously done their homework.

      1. Patio Kev
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Yeah agreed as he can also play mid and had the potential to be the new OOP John Lundstram.

        Shame he’s playing wing back rather than further forward but still firmly on my watchlist when Brighton fixtures improve again.

  3. Letsgo!
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Traore to havertz for -4 and capt him?

    1. IAWC ( It's a Wonderfu…
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      And benching livra? I am looking at something similar. Have to wait how long werner and kaku are out

    2. Predator
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      yes

  4. Miami Monkey
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Sanchez Foster
    TAA Rudiger White Marcal Livramento
    Salah Foden Greenwood Benrahma Brownhill
    *Lukaku Jimenez Antonio

    1 FT, 0.2 itb, WC available. Any ideas here? I still just keep feeling that my team isn't so bad that I need to wildcard but just not sure. Just do Lukaku to Vardy? Or Lukaku/Greenwood --> Kane/Raphina for a hit?

    1. ilikewud
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Personally I would use the WC to regroup

      1. ilikewud
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        I would want rid of White, Marcal, Greenwood, Ben, Lukaku, and possibly Jimmy and Antonio

    2. Scholes Out For Summer
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I think WC could pay off. Personally not keen on Lukaku Benrahma Greenwood Marcal White

  5. GE
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Dias or Azpi?
    (have Cancelo and Chilwell)

    1. kempc23
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Cant go wrong with either really. I would probably prefer to go with Dias, just about, as City defence has looked mean.

    2. Winston.
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Dias

    3. Im New Here
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Azpi just cause of fixtures but could be successful with either.

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

      Azpi

  6. kempc23
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Like many, I had been set on Ron to Rom. Now its a toss up between Vardy and a save. Interestingly, Rons any time goal scorer odds are much better. Thoughts?

    A) Ron to Vardy
    B) Save

    1. GreennRed
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      B

    2. Mozumbus
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      B

    3. Predator
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      a for me

  7. Winston.
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    A or B?

    A. Son+Gallagher
    B. Foden+Havertz

    1. kempc23
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Havertz is a trap I think. A transfer to get him in, plus another one in a few weeks to get him out, when he goes back to being crap. So, A on that basis, but not massively keen on Gallagher. Would prefer Mbeumo.

      1. Winston.
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        I’ve got Mbeumo as well

      2. ilikewud
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        3 great fixtures, if there was a time to punt on Hav it’s now

  8. kime67
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    I dont like my team. How does this sound ?
    Shaw -> livramento
    Jota -> son
    Lukaku -> vardy -8

    1. GreennRed
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Moves are good but - 8 is too much. Plenty will take hits this GW so avoiding could bear fruit. Shaw and Jota. Just get Vardy.

    2. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Not sure Jota transfer is necessary as he could easily start on Sunday

    3. kime67
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Tbh i dont care if jota starts. I wanna get rid of him so bad.

      1. ilikewud
        • 3 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        You’re not thinking sensibly then

  9. Scholes Out For Summer
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Is Ronaldo + Lukaku + Traore + Shaw --> Toney + Kane/Vardy + Havertz + Chilwell (-8) too much?

    1. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      All good long term transfers tbf

    2. GreennRed
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Yes. 8 points too much when 3 will play and 1 isn't nailed on.

      1. Scholes Out For Summer
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        i think Chilwell will play this game fwiw, and even if he doesnt play I have Livra and White to sub in

  10. Steve The Spud
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Ronaldo > Kane -4 or hold ?

    1. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Tough one.

      1. Steve The Spud
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 4 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Aye, stuck on it - United are pretty tripe and I also have Taa starting, on the other hand - I think Kane will enter a run of form now and the long term fixtures are excellent

    2. Gazza2000
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I wouldn't do that for a hit

    3. Mozumbus
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Not for a hit

  11. Von Lipwig
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Kane or Vardy? KANE OR VARDY???? argh

    1. Rassi
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Kane

    2. kempc23
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Vardy.

      I would prefer Son to Kane, and he is way cheaper. Not many alternatives to Vardy.

    3. kime67
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Or vardy

  12. Atimis
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Probably will settle on that WC team however some tough calls yet to be made - which one?

    1) Azpi, Duffy, Toney, Broja + 0.3ITB
    2) TAA, Manquilo, Hwang, Broja

    Raya/Foster
    Cancelo/Chilwell/Livra/XXX/XXX
    Salah/Son/Havertz/Raph/Mbeumo
    Vardy/XXX/XXX

    1. Atimis
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Most weeks it will probably be Azpi Toney vs TAA Hwang I recon.

    2. Firmino
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      TAA Toney 4.4fwd and defender with what is left.

      1. Atimis
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Ofc not within my budget

  13. dunas_dog
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Really not sure what to do with Alonso- if plays great option. If not and no cameo Livramento comes in. If I move to Chilwell and Alonso plays good outcome but if I move to Chilwell and Alonso plays not so good.

    What are Alonso owners doing and actually could Tuchel start him up top with Chilwell in team?

    1. dunas_dog
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      *’should say “if I move to Chilwell and he plays good outcome “

    2. GreennRed
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Sell for Azpilicueta or Rudiger.

    3. BrockLanders
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I'm holding. Tuchel suggested he will change things up. So Alonso could easily start.

    4. drughi
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      depends if I go with kane over vardy then I need 0.1 and alonso>chilwell gives me that

      1. dunas_dog
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        I can move to Kane without needing to sell Alonso so I think I need to stick. I would feel worse if transferred to Chilwell and Alonso starts than if keep Alonso and Chilwell starts! Always got Livramento off bench

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

      Wildcarded him in WC7 on a last minute change from Azpi. I'm holding him until I get at least one start as I won't be punked twice.

    6. Good Times
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      The 60 min sub made me swap Alonso for chilwell.

  14. kempc23
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    I dont think Havertz is worth a hit. Even from Traore. I would maybe do Luk to Vardy, and then Traore to literally any one.

    1. Scholes Out For Summer
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      anyone but Havertz?

  15. sully29
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    If you were wildcarding this week, which players would be nailed on picks in your side?

    1. Rassi
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Salah, Livramento, Raphinha

    2. Scholes Out For Summer
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      TAA Salah Raya Foster

      1. Scholes Out For Summer
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        and Livramento

    3. The Wise Owl
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Depends if you want to go heavy at the back or not. In terms of your three defenders, I'd probably say TAA, Dias, Rudiger.

    4. Rupert The Horse
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      All the ones I have.

    5. Gazza2000
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      TAA, Cancelo, Salah, Livra, Mbeumo

      1. Riders of Yohan
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        This. Probably plus havertz this week

  16. Ha.
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    1. Lukaku > Wilson
    2. Lukaku and ESR > Wilson and Son (-4)

    1. Cesc Pistols
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I'd personally do 1. Not really keen on Spurs' fixtures.

  17. Rupert The Horse
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Ooh it’s the big one about to start. Winner goes through, it’s Scotland v Oman in the cricket.

    1. jackruet
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      What about Bangladesh? Did they qualify?

      1. Rupert The Horse
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Yes. Currently top and through.

    2. Mozumbus
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      😀

  18. jackruet
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Sanchez
    Trent christensen rudiger cancelo
    Salah sarr raphinha
    Antonio Ronaldo jimenez

    1 ft. Save? Or what to do?

    1. mataave
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      GTG imo. Save the FT and Ronaldo & Sarr to Kane & Raph next GW

      1. mataave
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        ignore that, just realised you already have Raph

    2. Mozumbus
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Sarr to Mbeumo

  19. Cheeky Onion
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Foster
    TAA - Rudi - Reguilon*
    Salah - Raph - Benrhama*
    Ronaldo* - Antonio - Toney

    Sanchez - Livra - Veltman - Brownhill

    A) Ronaldo > Vardy/Jesus/Jimenez
    B) Benrahma > Havertz
    C) Reguilon > Cancelo/Dias
    D) A + B/D (-4)

    1. Riders of Yohan
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      3-3-3 is a rogue formation!

      D with Vardy and Cancelo. Can still see Benrahma doing alright against Spurs. Close one though

  20. Kodap
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Got 1FT and 0.1m in the bank, Cr7 > Vardy the best move here?

    Sanchez
    TAA - Rudiger - Cancelo
    Salah - Son - Gray - ESR
    Antonio - Cr7 - Toney

    Steele - Livra - Sissoko - Williams

    1. Cesc Pistols
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Yes! Great team nonetheless.

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

        Thanks mate, sitting at 117k OR at the moment, would love to get into that top 100k again! Finished 9k OR last year so I'd be pretty happy with anything under 100k haha.

        1. jackruet
          • 2 Years
          2 years, 5 months ago

          Whom will you captain?

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

            Salah most likely, although Vardy could actually be a nice little differential option (maybe)

    2. Riders of Yohan
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Probably the safest bet. You tempted by Kane at all?

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

        Honestly, no.. I've got Son and that's enough Spurs cover for me at the moment.

  21. Cesc Pistols
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Docoure + Kaku ➡ Raphinha + Vardy for free.

    Yay, nay or better options?

    1. GreennRed
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Yay. Good moves.

      1. Cesc Pistols
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Appreciate you, mate.

    2. Rupert The Horse
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Yeigh

      1. Cesc Pistols
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Thanks, mate!

    3. Riders of Yohan
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Yayayaya

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

    Interested to see the Wilson pick

    A goal this week looks a really decent bet as Palace are in solid defence that always seems to concede mode. Most often that fixture is a 1-0 either way but a 3-2 type result could be on the cards this time especially if there's an early goal.

    Onto my watchlist fighting with Jimi and Toney for a spot. But more likely down the line.

  23. Rupert The Horse
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Hands off Foden you lot.

  24. BobB
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Is Toney the best Lukaku alternative I have Antonio already), or is there a better alternative?

    1. Riders of Yohan
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Vardy probably better. Depends what you do with spare funds

  25. Riders of Yohan
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Do I WC?

    1FT, 0.2ITB

    Current team:

    Sanchez
    RUDIGER*, Cancelo, taa,
    Salah, JOTA*, BENRAHMA*, Raph
    LUKAKU*, Antonio, ASM*

    Steele. SEMEDO*, Livra, SISSOKO*

    WC team:

    Sanchez
    CHILWELL*, Cancelo, taa,
    Salah, HAVERTZ*, MBEUMO*, Raph
    KANE*, Antonio, TONEY*

    Steele. PINNOCK*, Livra, LUIZ*

    Appreciate any help!

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Not sure i would use the WC. You could just replace Lukaku and/or Jota/ASM

  26. Chilli Heatwave
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Could do with some help 1ft. 1.7m ITB.

    Sanchez-Steele
    Livramento- Duffy-TAA-Marcal-rudiger
    Salah-Gray-Gallagher-Sarr-Allan
    Lukaku-Antonio-Vardy

    Should I look to replace Lukaku if so who are the options? Or maybe just do Allan to Mbeumbo for now?

    TIA.

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      I have a very similar team and unfortunately no WC.

      Kane will be popular replacement but has tough fixtures.

      How about Aubameyang?

      1. Chilli Heatwave
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        2 years, 5 months ago

        Could be a good shout but villa and Leicester are no easy games, thanks for the input.

    2. RogDog_jimmy
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Maybe Lukaku > Toney and upgrade Gallagher to a premium. Son, KDB.
      Can you they wild and do
      Lukaku, Gallagher + Sarr > Toney, Son + Havertz?

  27. Killitzer
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Afternoon all. Went for an early transfer this week of Ronaldo ➡️ Vardy and now have seen Lukaku is out.

    Options-
    1. Lukaku ➡️ Kane -4
    2. Lukaku ➡️ Aubameyang -4
    3. Save and hope back soon

    Have £2m itb and thinking of Aubam as he’s got goodish fixtures and showing some consistency.

    Cheers for any input.

  28. Philosopher's Stones
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Any sites(bar twitter) where I can read the pressers in relation to FPL?

  29. Ronnies
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 5 months ago

    Best option;

    A) Keep Ronaldo
    B) Sell for Kane

    Cheers.

    1. Killitzer
      • 14 Years
      2 years, 5 months ago

      Keep. Last chance saloon