Price Changes: A Shifting Landscape in Fantasy Premier League

In today's Fantasy Premier League market, we've witnessed a total of 9 price changes, reflecting the dynamic nature of the game. Let's delve into the risers and fallers, examining their impact on FPL strategies.

Price Rises 📈

Micky van de Ven: The Spurs Defender on the Rise

Micky van de Ven has seen his price increase to £4.7m, catching the eye of FPL managers. With a solid 26 points to his name, the Tottenham defender has become a popular choice, now selected by 11.6% of teams.

Recent Form and Fixtures Van de Ven's recent performances have been a mixed bag. A standout 11-point haul against Manchester United in Gameweek 6 showcased his potential. However, subsequent fixtures against Brighton and West Ham yielded just 1 point each, despite Spurs' impressive 4-1 victory over the Hammers.

Looking ahead, Tottenham face Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, and Manchester City in their next three Premier League fixtures. The clash with City in Gameweek 12 could prove challenging, but the other two matches offer potential for defensive returns.

Price Falls 📉

Alisson Becker: Liverpool's Keeper Faces Setback

Liverpool's goalkeeper Alisson Becker has dropped to £5.4m following an injury setback. Currently owned by 7% of FPL managers, Alisson's absence could have significant implications for Liverpool's defensive prospects.

Injury Update Alisson is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury, with his return date unknown. This uncertainty has prompted many managers to look elsewhere for their goalkeeping options.

Recent Form and Fixtures Prior to his injury, Alisson had been in decent form, keeping a clean sheet and earning 10 points against Crystal Palace in Gameweek 7. However, he missed Liverpool's recent 2-1 victory over Chelsea.

Liverpool's upcoming fixtures include Arsenal (A), Brighton (H), and Aston Villa (H). While these matches present challenges, they also offer clean sheet potential once Alisson returns to fitness.

Low Ownership Price Fallers

Several players with low ownership percentages have also experienced price drops:

• Rodrigo Muniz (Fulham, Forward) - Now £5.7m
• Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool, Midfielder) - Now £6.2m
• João Félix (Chelsea, Midfielder) - Now £6.1m
• Kostas Tsimikas (Liverpool, Defender) - Now £4.6m
• Kyle Edwards (Southampton, Defender) - Now £3.9m
• Joel Ward (Crystal Palace, Defender) - Now £4.3m
• Josh Dasilva (Brentford, Midfielder) - Now £4.8m

These price changes among less popular players could create interesting differential options for managers looking to gain an edge in their mini-leagues.

Market Implications and Strategy

The rise of Van de Ven reflects the growing confidence in Tottenham's defensive capabilities under Ange Postecoglou. His affordable price point makes him an attractive option for managers looking to invest in the Spurs backline.

Conversely, Alisson's injury and subsequent price drop highlight the importance of staying informed about player fitness. Managers who acted quickly to transfer out the Brazilian keeper may have avoided a price loss while freeing up funds for other areas of their squad.

The low ownership fallers present intriguing possibilities for those willing to take calculated risks. Players like Mac Allister and João Félix, in particular, could offer value if they hit form in the coming weeks.

As always in Fantasy Premier League, timing is crucial. Managers must weigh the potential benefits of making transfers against the risk of price changes affecting their team value.

For the latest price predictions and to stay ahead of the market, be sure to check out Fantasy Football Fix's price change forecasts.