As the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season heads towards Gameweek 23, managers are busy strategising to strengthen their squads.
Should they start planning early for Everton and Liverpool's double Gameweek in 24, or will they simply chase the points from the previous Gameweek?
Let’s explore the most in-demand players and uncover the reasons behind their growing popularity.
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Here are the top five most transferred-in players so far for Gameweek 23, according to the Transfer Analytics tool.
The inclusion of two Liverpool players suggests that managers are already preparing for their upcoming double Gameweek, as well as their favourable fixture against Ipswich.
Justin Kluivert (£5.6m) has become the most sought-after player in FPL, with an incredible 344,328 transfers in.
The Bournemouth midfielder delivered a stunning performance in Gameweek 22, scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist against Newcastle, bringing his season total to 10 goals and 3 assists.
However, the Cherries face tough opposition in their next two fixtures, taking on Nottingham Forest and Liverpool—both of whom, according to the Opta Stats Sandbox, boast the league’s best defensive records with 9 clean sheets each.
Chris Wood (£7.1m) remains a popular choice, with 213,798 managers adding him to their squads.
The Nottingham Forest striker has been a revelation this season, scoring 14 goals and racking up 135 points—4 more than Erling Haaland.
Over the last four games, the New Zealand international has netted 4 goals from just 10 shots, as highlighted on his Opta Shotmap.
Wood has proven to be a clinical finisher and an excellent value at his price point, but can he maintain this purple patch with Forest’s fixtures becoming more challenging over the next six Gameweeks?
Trent Alexander-Arnold (£7.2m) completes the top three with 211,612 transfers in.
The Liverpool defender’s attacking potential is unrivalled, with 5 assists and an impressive expected assists (xA) of 5.9. His 12 big chances created underline his crucial role in Liverpool’s attack and defence.
In yesterday's blog, Liverpool Defenders Comparison: Who to Pick, we analysed the best options to pair with Alexander-Arnold for anyone considering doubling up on Liverpool’s defence.
While some players are being brought in, others are being shown the door. Above are the top five most sold players, as highlighted by the Transfer Analytics tool. Let’s take a closer look at the key players managers are offloading.
William Saliba (£6.2m) tops the transfer-out list with 233,840 managers parting ways. The French international missed the last match against Aston Villa and is currently flagged with a muscle injury, leaving FPL managers uncertain about his availability.
Nicolas Jackson (£7.9m) is the second most sold player, with 208,394 managers opting to move on. Despite delivering 9 goals and 5 assists this season, his inconsistency has left FPL managers frustrated. An xG of 11.24 highlights his underperformance in front of goal.
Cole Palmer (£11.4m) completes the top three with 148,468 transfers out. This may come as a surprise given his 14 goals and 7 assists. However, his hefty price tag and Chelsea’s patchy form have prompted managers to look for better value options.
Here are the top 10 transfer combinations for FPL Gameweek 23 so far.
Many managers are opting to replace Nicolas Jackson with either Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) or Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace). Gakpo (£7.4m) offers the appeal of Liverpool’s potent attack and their upcoming double Gameweek, while Mateta (£7.3m) has been in red-hot form, scoring 4 goals in his last 3 games.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is a popular replacement for either William Saliba or Gabriel (Arsenal). This move enables managers to benefit from Liverpool’s solid defensive performances while also gaining an attacking threat from the back line.
Yoane Wissa (Brentford, £6.2m) is emerging as an intriguing differential to replace Jackson. With 10 goals and an xG of 11.03, Wissa could be the under-the-radar striker to give your team a competitive edge.
As we've seen, the FPL transfer market is a hive of activity, with managers constantly adjusting their squads in pursuit of points. While the likes of Kluivert, Wood, and Alexander-Arnold are attracting attention, it's crucial to consider the underlying statistics and fixture difficulty when making your moves.
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