Price Changes: A Flurry of Activity in the FPL Market

Nine players experienced price changes in the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) market today, with five rising and four falling. Let's delve into the details of these fluctuations and their potential impact on FPL managers' strategies.

Price Rises ⬆️

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool, Defender) - £6.7m The Dutch colossus has seen his price increase to £6.7m, reflecting his recent solid performances. Van Dijk has amassed 17 points in his last three outings, including two clean sheets against West Ham and Leicester. With Liverpool facing Chelsea (A), Arsenal (H), and Brighton (A) in their next three, managers will be hoping for more defensive returns from the Reds' backline.

Nikola Milenković (Nottingham Forest, Defender) - £5.2m Milenković's price has risen to £5.2m despite Forest's mixed recent form. The Serbian defender has only managed 5 points in his last three games, with Forest conceding in each match. However, with Crystal Palace (A) and Leicester (H) coming up, there could be potential for clean sheets on the horizon.

Kieran Trippier (Newcastle, Defender) - £5.7m Trippier's price increase to £5.7m comes on the back of an impressive 25-point haul in his last three matches. The right-back was particularly influential in Newcastle's 5-0 win over Crystal Palace and 3-0 victory against Ipswich, contributing assists and bonus points. However, with Brighton (A), Chelsea (H), and Arsenal (A) up next, Trippier's defensive returns may be harder to come by.

Murillo (Nottingham Forest, Defender) - £4.8m The Brazilian centre-back has seen his price tick up to £4.8m, mirroring his defensive partner Milenković's rise. Murillo has also struggled for points recently, with just 5 in his last three games. Forest's upcoming fixtures offer some hope for clean sheet potential.

Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham, Defender) - £4.2m The low-ownership differential has risen to £4.2m, potentially offering budget-friendly defensive cover for FPL managers willing to take a punt.

Price Falls ⬇️

Omar Marmoush (Manchester City, Forward) - £7.6m The Egyptian striker's price has dropped to £7.6m following a couple of quiet performances. Despite City's positive results, Marmoush has only managed 4 points in his last two games. With Wolves (H), Southampton (A), and Bournemouth (H) coming up, there could be opportunities for attacking returns if he maintains his starting position.

Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace, Forward) - £7.7m Mateta's price has fallen to £7.7m, but his recent form suggests this could be an overreaction. The French striker scored and assisted as a substitute against Arsenal, earning 8 points in just 10 minutes of play. With Nottingham Forest (H) and Tottenham (A) next, Mateta could offer good value if he regains his starting spot.

João Pedro (Brighton, Forward) - £5.5m The Brazilian forward's price has decreased to £5.5m. Pedro is currently suspended until May 19th, missing Brighton's next fixture against Newcastle. This suspension, coupled with his recent poor form (-1 point against Brentford), explains the price drop. Managers should monitor his situation closely upon his return to availability.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (West Ham, Defender) - £4.4m The low-ownership defender has seen his price fall to £4.4m, potentially offering a budget route into the West Ham defence for those looking to differentiate their squads.

In conclusion, these price changes reflect the dynamic nature of FPL, with recent performances and upcoming fixtures playing crucial roles in player valuations. Managers should consider these fluctuations when planning their transfer strategies for the coming gameweeks.

Remember to check the latest price predictions at Fantasy Football Fix to stay ahead of the curve in the FPL market.