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Your daily dose of Premier League insights - powered by data, driven by AI. From top transfer tips to captain picks, we break it all down in under 10 minutes.
Welcome to Who Got The Points, the daily fantasy football show that cuts through the noise. I'm here to give you everything you need to know for Gameweek Eight in the next seven minutes. Let's dive straight in.
First, the news bulletin. Mohamed Salah's struggles continue after managing just two points against Manchester United, with Liverpool looking sluggish in attack under Arne Slot. The Egyptian king is being transferred out by over seven hundred thousand managers ahead of their next fixture. Arsenal's defensive duo Gabriel and Jurgen Timber both delivered in Gameweek Seven, with Timber adding an assist to his clean sheet haul. Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes exploded with fourteen points including a goal and assist, while goalkeeper Nick Pope continues his excellent form with another clean sheet. Finally, Benjamin Sesko grabbed his second goal of the season for Manchester United, netting nine points and attracting nearly ninety thousand new owners.
Now for our top three transfers in. First up, Declan Rice at six point five million pounds. The Arsenal midfielder has jumped from nine point nine to over ten percent ownership after his eleven-point haul against Fulham. Rice scored his first goal of the season and grabbed three bonus points. With Arsenal's improved form under Mikel Arteta and Rice's advanced positioning in midfield, he's becoming essential for set-piece threat and consistent returns. Verdict: Good buy for those without Arsenal coverage.
Second, Jurgen Timber at five point nine million pounds. The Arsenal defender has risen to nearly twenty percent ownership after another solid performance. Timber delivered eleven points with an assist and clean sheet, adding to his impressive tally of forty eight points from just seven games. At under six million pounds, he offers premium defender returns at mid-range pricing. His attacking threat from fullback makes him a standout option. Verdict: Essential if you can afford the price rises.
Third, Bruno Guimaraes at six point five million pounds. The Newcastle midfielder sits at just two point three percent ownership despite his fourteen-point explosion in Gameweek Seven. Bruno scored, assisted, and kept a clean sheet while playing the full ninety minutes. With four clean sheets already this season and increasing attacking returns, he's flying under the radar. At six point five million pounds, he's perfectly priced for his output. Verdict: Essential differential pick.
Moving to our transfers out. First, Mohamed Salah at fourteen point four million pounds. The Liverpool superstar has dropped in ownership as over seven hundred thousand managers lose patience. Salah managed just two points against Manchester United and his form reading of three point zero tells the story. At fourteen point four million pounds, he's not providing the premium returns expected. With Liverpool's attack looking disjointed, there are better captain options elsewhere. Verdict: Sell if you need funds, but keep if you can afford to wait.
Second, Hugo Ekitike at eight point seven million pounds. The Liverpool forward has seen his ownership drop as managers move away from the Reds' attack. Ekitike played just sixteen minutes in Gameweek Seven, coming off the bench for a single point. Despite three goals this season, his minutes aren't guaranteed and Liverpool's attacking struggles continue. At eight point seven million pounds, there are more reliable options available. Verdict: Sell for more consistent picks.
Third, Jarrod Bowen at seven point eight million pounds. The West Ham forward managed just two points despite playing the full match. His expected points of six point seven for Gameweek Eight shows promise, but West Ham's inconsistency remains a concern. With three goals this season but zero assists, Bowen lacks the all-round returns needed. At seven point eight million pounds, you can find better value elsewhere. Verdict: Hold if you have him, but avoid for new transfers.
For differentials under ten percent ownership, consider Josh Cullen at five million pounds and two point three percent owned. The Burnley midfielder delivered six points in Gameweek Seven with two bonus points and has thirty seven points total this season. At exactly five million pounds, he's budget-friendly with decent scoring potential.
Antoni Stach is another option at five million pounds and three point three percent ownership. The Leeds midfielder has thirty three points from seven games and offers consistency in the middle price bracket. Both players provide rotation-friendly options for managers looking to free up funds.
For captaincy this week, consider Declan Rice against weaker opposition or stick with premium assets if you're holding them. Key tip for Gameweek Eight: don't panic-sell Mohamed Salah just yet - his underlying numbers suggest returns are coming, but free up funds if needed for Arsenal's in-form defenders.
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