As the 2024/25 Premier League season approaches, Newcastle United boasts a favourable run of fixtures, making them a prime target for Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers looking to gain an early edge.
In this blog, we'll highlight Newcastle's standout FPL assets, including their top performer, best budget pick, and the most exciting differential for the upcoming campaign.
Whether you're looking to invest in reliable starters or find that hidden gem to boost your rank, we've got you covered with the Magpies' best FPL options.
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Newcastle has the second-best attacking fixtures for the first five Gameweeks, according to the Fixture Planner tool, trailing only Liverpool. They have two home games against newly promoted Southampton and Tottenham, along with three away matches against Bournemouth, Wolves, and Fulham.
The Swedish sensation Alexander Isak has established himself as Newcastle's most potent attacking threat. In the 2023/24 season, Isak was nothing short of spectacular, netting an impressive 21 goals and providing 4 assists. His total of 172 points made him one of the standout forwards in the game.
As shown in the Fix Comparison Matrix tool, Isak outperformed Watkins in the 2023/24 season across several metrics, including the Bonus Points System (BPS), goals, expected goals (xG), and shots on target per match. However, the Villa forward is priced £0.5m higher for the 2024/25 season.
Priced at £8.5m for the 2024/25 season, Isak represents excellent value for money. His current ownership of 55.2% indicates that many FPL managers recognise his potential. With projected points ranging from 2.8 to 4.4 in the first five gameweeks, Isak looks set to hit the ground running.
Having played 30 games (2,265 minutes) in the previous season, Isak has proven his durability and consistency. As the focal point of Newcastle's attack, he's likely to continue his goal-scoring exploits, making him the best pick from the Magpies' squad.
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Rising star Tino Livramento could be the dark horse in Newcastle's defensive lineup. Despite limited game time last season (26 games/1,305 minutes), he managed to score once, keep two clean sheets and accumulate 45 points. At a budget-friendly price of £4.5m, Livramento represents excellent value with rumours of Kieran Trippier's potential departure, he could see significantly more playing time in 2024/25.
As indicated by his touch and heat maps, Livramento is given the freedom to push forward and take up advanced positions when he plays for Newcastle.
Currently owned by just 1.9% of managers, Livramento could be a differential pick that pays off handsomely. Keep an eye on Newcastle's pre-season lineup and transfer activity – Livramento might just be the budget enabler your FPL team needs.
Harvey Barnes had a challenging 2023/24 season due to injury, however, he managed 5 goals and 3 assists in just 794 minutes of play. His talent is undeniable when fit, and at £6.5m, he could be a steal for the upcoming season.
Rumours of Anthony Gordon's potential move to Liverpool could open up a starting spot for Barnes. Barnes could see significantly more playing time and potentially replicate the form that made him a sought-after FPL asset in previous seasons. With a mere 0.6% ownership, Barnes is the definition of a differential pick.
In the final eight Gameweeks of the 2023/24 season, Barnes scored three goals and provided two FPL assists in just 439 minutes, according to the Opta Stats Sandbox shown above.
As we approach the 2024/25 FPL season, Newcastle offers a mix of proven quality and potential bargains. Alexander Isak stands out as the prime pick, promising goals and consistent returns. Tino Livramento could be the budget defender that enables premium picks elsewhere, while Harvey Barnes presents an intriguing differential option for those willing to take a calculated risk.
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