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FPL team news: Gameweek 14 injury updates on James, Foden, Foster and more

We’ve got all the important Fantasy Premier League (FPL) team news information for Gameweek 14 in our Tuesday press conference summary.

You can catch the headline updates from Monday’s pressers – featuring Brighton and Hove Albion, Burnley, Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Leicester City, Newcastle United, Norwich City and Southampton via this link here.

For other help and advice, from our weekly Scout Picks to team reveals, head to our complete Gameweek 14 guide below:

And for much more detailed information, check out our Predicted Line-ups page and Injuries and Bans feed.


CHELSEA

There could be doubts over Reece James, Jorginho and Timo Werner, judging by the comments of Thomas Tuchel on Tuesday. Whether they have knocks or are victims of tiredness, Tuchel wouldn’t say.

“We have some players in doubt, maybe we need a bit more time, more examinations. Reece James, Jorginho and Timo Werner: they all trained today with us and there will be some last-minute decisions about the three.”

Mateo Kovacic (hamstring) and N’Golo Kante (knee) are still out, with Romelu Lukaku ready to build upon his eight-minute cameo against Manchester United. Although Ben Chilwell (knee) is injured for the foreseeable, Tuchel’s comments on Marcos Alonso could concern new owners.

“Does Marcos now have to play eight matches every three days? Is that possible? Maybe not. We still have Callum [Hudson-Odoi] who can play on the left side as a wing-back and we have some other ideas that we can maybe try. But first of all, Marcos is the one in charge – he’s the specialist, he will prove how much he can bring to the team.”

MANCHESTER CITY

Although Kevin De Bruyne has returned a negative Covid test, he has not yet returned to training so will be unable to face Aston Villa. Phil Foden and Jack Grealish missed out at the weekend and Pep Guardiola was non-committal about their availability.

“Maybe tomorrow they can play but not a lot of minutes.”

Aymeric Laporte is suspended for picking up five yellow cards.

LIVERPOOL

Jurgen Klopp had no new worries to report ahead of the Merseyside derby, saying that Roberto Firmino (hamstring) is close to a return but probably not until Gameweek 16. Joe Gomez (calf) and Naby Keita (hamstring) are making positive progress.

“Everyone came through [the Southampton game] well, as far I know. All the [injured] boys are getting closer. Bobby [Firmino] needs probably another week to do more football stuff. Joe [Gomez] and Naby [Keita] are not too far away from team training.”

Curtis Jones (eye) and Harvey Elliott (ankle) remain out.

ASTON VILLA

As well as the continued absence of both Bertrand Traore (thigh) and Trezeguet (knee), there will be no Danny Ings (thigh) against Manchester City.

“Danny, unfortunately, won’t make tomorrow. We were protecting him at the weekend. He’s had a little bit of a setback – a previous injury – nothing major, but we had to put the brakes on for a few days at the least.” – Steven Gerrard

WEST HAM UNITED

Apart from the long-term injury to Angelo Ogbonna (knee), all David Moyes had to report was a doubt over Aaron Cresswell (back).

“We’ve got a doubt about Aaron Cresswell but he’s been out today so we’re hopeful that he’s not too bad. We’ll see how he is.”

EVERTON

Still no return for Dominic Calvert-Lewin (thigh), Tom Davies (knee) or Yerry Mina (hamstring) but at least Andre Gomes (calf) is back in training. Everton were boosted by the early return of Abdoulaye Doucoure at the weekend and will also be able to welcome back Richarlison from suspension for Liverpool’s visit, although Mason Holgate is still banned for one more match.

“The group of players is the same but Andre Gomes is training. Dominic [Calvert-Lewin], Yerry Mina and Davies are not available but at least we have players training. They will need some time to have match-fitness.” – Rafael Benitez

WATFORD

The injury situation at Watford is getting worse by the day. As well as Ismaila Sarr‘s knee ligament injury meaning he will be absent until at least his further scan in one month’s time, goalkeeper Ben Foster will be out until New Year with a groin strain.

FPL’s third-highest scoring striker Emmanual Dennis is a doubt for the visit of Chelsea after being withdrawn during Sunday’s match, with further uncertainties over Adam Masina (knock) and Juraj Kucka (knee).

Nicolas Nkoulou (hamstring) will be sidelined until 2022, alongside long-term absentees Peter Etebo (thigh) and Kwadwo Baah (ankle). Franciso Sierralta (hamstring) and Ken Sema (knee) are nearing a return but Christian Kabasele is available again.

BRENTFORD

Thomas Frank won’t face the media until shortly before the Gameweek 14 deadline but the Brentford boss said on Sunday that he was confident of Rico Henry, Sergi Canos and Christian Norgaard all recovering from minor issues they picked up in the 1-0 win over Everton.

WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS

Ruben Neves is suspended after collecting his fifth booking of the season. Willy Boly (muscle) and Daniel Podence (Covid) will not play against Burnley, with no timeframe set on the returns of Yerson Mosquera (thigh), Pedro Neto (knee) and Jonny Castro (knee).

SPURS, ARSENAL AND MAN UTD

The managers of the above clubs won’t address the media until Wednesday, so we won’t know anything new about injuries until after the FPL deadline has passed.

Cristian Romero (muscle) is definitely out for the Lilywhites, while Giovani Lo Celso (knock) and Dane Scarlett (ankle) had been major doubts for the postponed clash with Burnley.

Granit Xhaka (knee) and Sead Kolasinac (ankle) are definitely out for their north London rivals, while Bukayo Saka (muscle) will have to be assessed.

“It was an action where he said he felt something muscular. He wasn’t comfortable to continue and we’ll have to assess him” – Mikel Arteta on Bukayo Saka

Paul Pogba (thigh) and Raphael Varane (hamstring) are still sidelined for the Red Devils, with the availability of Luke Shaw (head) and Edinson Cavani (tendon) still uncertain.

FPLMarc Newcastle fan that spends far too much time thinking about FPL.

1,463 Comments Post a Comment
  1. WWW.
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Best 4.5ish mid?

    1. lilmessipran
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Gilmour now probably

    2. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      One that's 4.4m.

      1. WWW.
        • 10 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Yeah which? Brownhill? Gilmour?

  2. ZeBestee
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Toney to Wilson worth a hit?

    1) Yes
    2) No
    3) You are mad

    First 3 wins it

    1. WWW.
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      2

    2. D.Glynn
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      2

    3. Sun Jihai
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Had a similar dilemma but leaning 2 as Norwich don't look as bad as they used to be and Wilson could be wanting to sold given his price point, fixtures from GW17 and one YC away from ban.

    4. lilmessipran
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      2 keep Toney should start more than other players in the upcoming fixture congestion

    5. Miro
      • 13 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      3

  3. TVPlugSockets
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Who to get rid of to accommodate Jota?

    Antonio or Bilva?
    2FT to use

    1. pauloc677
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Bilva

    2. WWW.
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Antonio

    3. TVPlugSockets
      • 3 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Or Raphina an option too I guess.

      Can’t decide!

  4. jimmyharte
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start who?
    A) Livra
    B) Mbembo

    1. D.Glynn
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 4 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Currently on b

    2. pauloc677
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      None

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

    A. Play Mbeuno and Antonio
    B. Sell both for a -4

    0.0 itb so no direct option to sell Mbeuno.

  6. BlzE_94
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    GTG? 1FT, £0.8 ITB

    Sanchez
    TAA Cancelo James Reguilon
    Salah Jota Gallagher ESR
    Kane Vardy

    Steele Livramento Sissoko Locadia

  7. ZimZalabim
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Vardy to Kane for free ?

    Or hold Vardy ? Mins risk over the next 2 gws

    1. BIGREDDOG
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I'd keep

    2. pauloc677
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I would hold vardy

    3. Pukki Party
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Go for it

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

      I probably would if your team is in relatively good shape.

      1. ZimZalabim
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        was going to do Foden to Gundo/bilva but if hes fit enough ill hold him as hes the one Id prefer long term.
        no other fires as such could do Mbuemo to gallagher also but I think Vardy to Kane has the best upside and if it doesnt work I can downgrade kane after 2 weeks

        what do u think ?

    5. Sun Jihai
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Depends on bench

      1. ZimZalabim
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        brownhill Livra Mbuemo bench

    6. Eh, just one more thing ...
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      HOLD

    7. lilmessipran
      • 11 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I'd do it personally

    8. AC Yew
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Hold for this week and reassess performance of Spurs ahead of next week?

  8. BIGREDDOG
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Why did Jorginho come 3rd in the Balon Dor? Crazy...

    1. Rainer
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Teams he plays for.

    2. pauloc677
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Because its fixed

  9. Pep Roulette
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Hey fam! Which option?

    A. Ramsdale (-4)
    B. Sanchez
    C. Guaita

    Please reply.

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

      B

    2. WhatWouldYourZlatanSay
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      C tonight. Given Ramsdale’s fixture, wouldn’t take a hit for him this GW. Toss up between B and C but Sanchez probably more likely to concede.

  10. AC Yew
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Too afraid to start double Man City defence after last week but unfortunately I don't have any other option LOL

  11. Miguel Sanchez
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Higher on bench:

    A) Duffy (whu)
    B) Sissoko (CHE)

    Ta

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

      A

  12. Eh, just one more thing ...
    • 12 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    20 minutes and counting ladies and gentlemen…

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

      Captaincy is still on Alonso, will I make it to the deadline.

  13. Jet5605
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Am I G2G or any hits needed to improve this lot?

    Sanchez
    TAA - James - Cancelo - Livra
    Salah (c) - Son - Jota - Raph
    Antonio - Wilson

    Foster - Gilmour - Duffy - Perica

    1. Sun Jihai
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      G2G, bench a little light if say James and Cancelo were to miss out, but wouldn't take a hit.

      1. Jet5605
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks. Yes I need to upgrade Duffy or Perica next week as a priority. Are James and Cancelo ruled out or just rotation risks?

        1. Sun Jihai
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • 12 Years
          2 years, 3 months ago

          James a question mark from press conference (yellow flagged). Imagine Cancelo should start, that's more Pep guesswork.

          1. HashAttack
            • 7 Years
            2 years, 3 months ago

            Hoping that Pep will just wait for Cancelo to get his 5th yc instead of resting him

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

      Looks good.

  14. Pompey5
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Bottomed..
    Have a tough decision on front 8
    Salah Jota, ESR, Raph, Gallagher
    Vardy Toney Antonio

    Need to bench one:
    A. ESR
    B. Raph
    C Gallagher
    D Toney
    E Antonio

    Currently on ESR...

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

      I'd bench ESR.

    2. AC Yew
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A of those

  15. WhatWouldYourZlatanSay
    • 8 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Sanchez or Ramsdale-

    Have to play Tomiyasu to make a team and thinking spread the risk?

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

      yeah, I would.

      1. WhatWouldYourZlatanSay
        • 8 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Cheers.

  16. Better Call Raul
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    People bringing in Wilson planning to get rid after the next 2 gameweeks?

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

    Would you do Foden out for Gundo for free? Still have my WC so easy to bring Foden back.

    1. WhatWouldYourZlatanSay
      • 8 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I would.

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

      Yes.

    3. KaBoZ: Kids,don't Drin…
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 9 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Are you sure gundo will play? With all these fixtures lined up

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

        I could actually reverse the transfer for the weekend and then WC the week after. Would save some team value.

  18. KaBoZ: Kids,don't Drin…
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    A) semedo (bur) ---> alonso
    B) saka --> gundo
    ?

  19. Miro
    • 13 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    So Foden to
    A) Gundo
    B) Cornet
    C) Gallagher

    1. pauloc677
      • 2 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      None of them

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

      I would do A out of those.

    3. AD2110
      • 6 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      A

  20. Jdpz
    • 4 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Captain Wilson or Salah?

    1. Big Hands Barry
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 5 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Lol

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

      Wilson. I'm up for living life on the edge this week.

  21. smash
    • 14 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Help!
    Start... Gallagher or Regulion
    Nee idea, anyone?

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

      Reggy.

      1. smash
        • 14 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Thanks was leaning that way

  22. ronpateluk
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    James and Antonio

    to

    TAA and Pukki

    2 Free transfers. Am I insane?

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

      Sounds ok.

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

      Gotta be a better option than selling James?

  23. BOATIES FC
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Anyone else tempted by Kane (c) over Mo?

    1. gomez123
      • 10 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      I’m doing it….if you don’t captain him against Brentford after he is well rested what’s the point in owning him??

      1. My heart goes Salalalalah
        • 7 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Own him for the points

      2. bombonera
        • 2 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Everton are weaker than Brentford atm

  24. bombonera
    • 2 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    1) Benrahma + Antonio -> Jota + Dennis for -4
    2) Benrahma -> Cornet

    Do not need to play Dennis this week, it is to fund Jota in

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

      I'd get King instead of Dennis

  25. Will J 256
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 3 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Which two would you play?
    A: Hwang
    B: Pukki
    C: Mbuemo

  26. simong1
    • 5 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Hwang to Pukki for a FT?

  27. klopptimusprime
    • 7 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Is this bench ok to roll owning James, Vardy, Foden
    Or should I sell Foden now for Bilva

    Bench: Gilmour, Livra, Brownhill

  28. corderz
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 9 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    2FT's and no fires to put out.......

    Livramento > Johnson to free up some £££ for 2 FT's next week?

    1. klopptimusprime
      • 7 Years
      2 years, 3 months ago

      Like that move

      1. corderz
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 9 Years
        2 years, 3 months ago

        Means i'd be able to get King over Dennis.....

  29. Lucky Z
    • 6 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Start one:

    A. Foden
    B. Dennis
    C. Livramento

  30. El Matador
    • 10 Years
    2 years, 3 months ago

    Would you do

    A) Tierney to Reguilon today for -4

    or play Livramento and wait until the weekend to do

    B) Tierney to TAA