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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? I'm Archer, and here's what you need to know in the next seven minutes. Gameweek sixteen is done and dusted, and what a week for defenders and defensive midfielders. We're breaking down who scored the most defensive contribution points, the hottest transfers ahead of Gameweek seventeen's deadline on Saturday morning, and your essential captain pick. Let's dive straight in.
First, the rapid-fire news bulletin. Bruno Fernandes is absolutely flying after his one goal, one assist and three bonus points in the eight-four thriller against Bournemouth. He's now the most transferred in player for Gameweek seventeen with over three hundred thousand new owners. His price has risen to nine point three million pounds and at twenty-eight point eight percent ownership, he's becoming essential. Second, Daniel Munoz is out until mid-January with a knee injury. Over four hundred thousand managers shipped him out in Gameweek sixteen, and rightly so. If you still own him, that's a wasted transfer slot for the next month. Third, Harry Wilson just exploded with sixteen points at Burnley, bagging one goal, two assists and three bonus in Fulham's three-two win. He's the bargain of the week at five point six million pounds, now owned by thirteen point one percent of managers after eight hundred twenty-three thousand transfers in. Fourth, Nottingham Forest kept a clean sheet in their three-nil demolition of Spurs. Nico Williams at four point seven million pounds scored seven points and could be your budget enabler with Forest's defensive solidity improving. Finally, Phil Foden is back to his best with eleven points against Crystal Palace, scoring and keeping a clean sheet. At eight point eight million pounds and thirty-six point five percent ownership, he's facing West Ham at home in Gameweek seventeen.
Now, your top three transfers in for Gameweek seventeen. First up, Harry Wilson of Fulham. Five point six million pounds, ownership jumped from four percent to thirteen point one percent after eight hundred twenty-three thousand transfers in. Wilson delivered sixteen points in Gameweek sixteen with one goal, two assists and maximum bonus against Burnley. He's now got five goals and five assists this season and is averaging five point two points per game. Fulham face Nottingham Forest away on Monday night, and while that's a tricky fixture, Wilson's underlying numbers make him unignorable at this price. Three clean sheets this season shows he chips in defensively too. Verdict: good option, especially if you need funds elsewhere.
Second, Bruno Fernandes at Man Utd. Nine point three million pounds with twenty-eight point eight percent ownership after three hundred thirteen thousand managers brought him in. Fernandes scored thirteen points in that wild four-four draw with Bournemouth, grabbing a goal, an assist and three bonus points. He's on nine point six form, has five goals and seven assists this season, and faces Aston Villa away on Sunday. Under Ruben Amorim, he's playing further forward and is on all set pieces. His expected points for Gameweek seventeen are nine point six against Villa. One clean sheet this season shows he's not a defensive asset, but his attacking output is undeniable. Verdict: essential for the next few weeks if you can afford him.
Third, Hugo Ekitike at Liverpool. Eight point six million pounds, nineteen point four percent ownership after five hundred sixty-six thousand transfers in. Ekitike banged in thirteen points against Brighton with two goals, a clean sheet and three bonus points. He's got seven goals and one assist this season, averaging four point five points per game. Liverpool face Spurs away on Saturday evening in what should be a goal fest. Arne Slot's side are clinical, and Ekitike is benefiting from their creativity. Four clean sheets this season is impressive for a forward too. Verdict: essential if you don't have him, Liverpool's fixtures are strong beyond Gameweek seventeen as well.
Your top three transfers out. First, Daniel Munoz of Crystal Palace. Five point nine million pounds, ownership crashed from massive levels to eleven point six percent after four hundred forty-two thousand sold him. Munoz is injured until January seventeenth with a knee problem and didn't feature in Gameweek sixteen. He'd been brilliant before injury with eighty-nine total points, three goals, three assists and seven clean sheets. But right now, he's taking up a valuable squad spot. Verdict: sell immediately unless you're planning a wildcard soon.
Second, Bryan Mbeumo now at Man Utd. Eight point two million pounds with eighteen point five percent ownership, and eight hundred twenty-seven thousand managers have shipped him out. Mbeumo is suspended for Gameweek seventeen and only managed two points in the Bournemouth draw. His form is two point eight, and he's averaging four point six points per game with six goals and one assist this season. The move to Man Utd hasn't sparked him into life yet, and with suspension ruling him out this week, he's an obvious sell. Verdict: sell, reinvest those funds elsewhere.
Third, Nick Woltemade of Newcastle. Seven point four million pounds, nineteen point one percent ownership down after three hundred thirty-six thousand transfers out. Woltemade blanked against Sunderland despite playing seventy-four minutes and is on form of just three point two. Five goals and two assists this season isn't bad, but Newcastle have been inconsistent, and he faces Chelsea at home on Saturday lunchtime. That's a difficult fixture with Chelsea's defence improving. Verdict: sell if you need funds, hold if you believe Newcastle can turn it around.
Differential picks under ten percent ownership. First, Nico Williams at Nottingham Forest. Four point seven million pounds with three point five percent ownership. Williams scored seven points in the clean sheet win over Spurs, playing the full ninety minutes and earning one bonus point. He's got one goal and one assist this season with three clean sheets. At that price, he's a perfect fifth defender enabler, and Forest's defence is looking solid. They face Fulham away next but then have Man City at home and a decent run. Second, Raben Dias at Man City. Five point six million pounds with six point five percent ownership after seventy-three thousand brought him in. Dias kept a clean sheet against Palace and scored eight points in Gameweek sixteen. Seven clean sheets this season and two goals make him a reliable pick. City host West Ham on Saturday afternoon, and with Pep Guardiola's side finding form again, Dias offers both defensive security and attacking threat from corners. Third, Rayan Cherki at Man City. Six point five million pounds with five point four percent ownership. Cherki assisted in the Palace win, kept a clean sheet and scored six points. He's got one goal and seven assists this season, playing the full ninety against Palace. At this price for a City midfielder facing West Ham at home, he's a serious differential.
Today's special focus is defensive contribution points in Gameweek sixteen, and we've got some standout performers. Phil Foden kept a clean sheet alongside his goal to add defensive value to his eleven points. Raben Dias scored eight points purely from defensive work. Bruno Fernandes, surprisingly, contributes defensively despite being an attacking midfielder, though his thirteen points came mainly from attacking returns. Harry Wilson's sixteen points included a clean sheet contribution as well. And don't forget goalkeepers and defenders who rack up saves, tackles, blocks and clearances even without clean sheets.
Your captaincy pick for Gameweek seventeen? Phil Foden against West Ham at home. Man City are hitting form, West Ham's defence is leaky, and Foden has eleven point nine expected points for this fixture. At thirty-six percent ownership, he's not too risky, and the upside is massive. One key tip: monitor team news closely on Friday. With fixtures coming thick and fast, rotation is inevitable. Check Ruben Amorim and Pep Guardiola's press conferences for any hints on squad rotation.
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