As Fantasy Premier League managers scramble to adjust their squads, Liverpool's defensive stalwart Trent Alexander-Arnold has been ruled out with a knee injury. With an ownership of 28.6%, Alexander-Arnold's absence is a significant blow to many teams, especially considering his expected return date is not until January 31st. During his time on the sidelines, Liverpool will navigate fixtures against Bournemouth (A) and Chelsea (H) without their key defender.
Given the length of Alexander-Arnold's absence and the quality of opposition Liverpool faces, managers may find it prudent to seek a replacement rather than benching him, despite his potential for high returns upon his return.
Let's delve into the data for potential replacements, presenting a detailed comparison in a tabular format:
| Player Name | Cost (£m) | Team | Selected By (%) | Next 3 Fixtures | Projected Points (Next 3 GWs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estupiñan | 4.9 | Brighton | 19.4 | Wolves (H), Luton (A), Crystal Palace (H) | 13.0 |
| Trippier | 6.7 | Newcastle | 37.8 | Man City (H), Aston Villa (A), Luton (H) | 11.8 |
| Virgil | 6.3 | Liverpool | 12.4 | Bournemouth (A), Chelsea (H), Arsenal (A) | 11.0 |
| Pedro Porro | 5.7 | Spurs | 29.2 | Man Utd (A), Brentford (H), Everton (A) | 11.1 |
| Rúben | 5.5 | Man City | 6.5 | Newcastle (A), Burnley (H), Brentford (A) | 11.1 |
Among the top 100k managers, Estupiñan has emerged as a popular replacement for Alexander-Arnold. His lower cost and favorable upcoming fixtures make him an attractive option for those looking to redistribute funds across their squad.
Considering player cost, upcoming fixtures, and a range of statistics, here are three recommendations for Alexander-Arnold replacements:
Estupiñan (Brighton, £4.9m) - Next Fixtures: Wolves (H), Luton (A), Crystal Palace (H) - Projected Points: 13.0 over the next three gameweeks - Estupiñan offers a budget-friendly option with a decent run of fixtures and the potential for both clean sheets and attacking returns.
Pedro Porro (Spurs, £5.7m) - Next Fixtures: Man Utd (A), Brentford (H), Everton (A) - Projected Points: 11.1 over the next three gameweeks - Porro has shown promise with his attacking prowess and could be a differential pick with a relatively high expected points tally.
Trippier (Newcastle, £6.7m) - Next Fixtures: Man City (H), Aston Villa (A), Luton (H) - Projected Points: 11.8 over the next three gameweeks - Despite a tough fixture against Man City, Trippier's set-piece duties and Newcastle's solid defensive record make him a worthy consideration.
When selecting a replacement, consider the balance between immediate points potential and long-term value, as well as the impact on your overall team structure.
This is an autogenerated article using Fantasy Football Fix artificial intelligence. If you notice an error, please let us know so we can improve the machine learning process. Email: tom@fantasyfootballfix.com
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