As we gear up for Gameweek 21, savvy Fantasy Premier League managers are making strategic moves to optimize their squads. Here's a breakdown of the top five transfer combinations made by top managers:
Phil Foden In / Mohamed Salah Out - Phil Foden (Man City, £7.9m) has been brought in by a significant number of managers, with his recent form showing 1 goal and 3 assists in the last 3 matches. His xFPL of 19.28 suggests he's performing close to expectations. Foden is fit and ready for the upcoming fixtures against Newcastle (A), Burnley (H), and Brentford (A), which present opportunities for points. - Mohamed Salah (Liverpool, £13.2m) is being transferred out mainly due to his international duty, which leaves his return date unknown. Despite scoring 3 goals and an assist in his last 3 games, his high ownership and price tag make him a liability during his absence. Salah's xFPL of 30.13 indicates he has been overperforming, but with no upcoming fixtures in Gameweek 21, managers are looking elsewhere.
Phil Foden In / Heung-Min Son Out - Heung-Min Son (Spurs, £9.8m) is another premium player being swapped out, also due to international duty. Son's recent tally includes 2 goals and an assist, but with an xFPL of 14.11, he's slightly underperforming. His absence in the short term has prompted managers to transfer him out, despite upcoming fixtures against Man Utd (A), Brentford (H), and Everton (A).
Richarlison In / Mohamed Salah Out - Richarlison (Spurs, £6.9m) is being brought in as a more budget-friendly forward option. With 2 goals in the last 3 games and an xFPL of 15.11, he's showing potential for more points. Richarlison is available for Spurs' upcoming matches, which could make him a valuable asset in the short term.
Pervis Estupiñan In / Trent Alexander-Arnold Out - Pervis Estupiñan (Brighton, £5.0m) is a defensive option that's gaining popularity. With 1 goal and a clean sheet in his last 3 appearances, and an xFPL of 5.01, he's a cost-effective choice. Brighton's upcoming fixtures against Wolves (H), Luton (A), and Crystal Palace (H) make him an attractive option. - Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool, £8.5m) is being transferred out due to a knee injury with an expected return on January 31. Despite his assist and clean sheet in the last 3 games, his injury and Liverpool's mixed fixtures have influenced managers to look for alternatives.
Richarlison In / Heung-Min Son Out - As mentioned earlier, Richarlison is a popular choice for managers looking to free up funds and still maintain attacking potential in their FPL squads.
Each of these transfers reflects a strategic approach to dealing with player availability, form, and upcoming fixtures. Managers are looking to capitalize on players who are fit and in form, while moving away from those who are injured, on international duty, or have a run of challenging fixtures.
It's important to note that while xFPL can indicate a player's potential, it's not the sole factor in making transfer decisions. Form, fixture difficulty, and team dynamics all play crucial roles in these choices.
Remember, these moves are indicative of trends among top managers and should be considered within the context of your own FPL strategy and team structure.
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