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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.
Here's what you need to know in the next seven minutes to nail Gameweek thirty-six before that Saturday deadline at ten AM. Transfers, differentials, captaincy — let's go.
First, the news bulletin. Gameweek thirty-five is done and dusted, and what a round it was. Doku bagged a brace for Man City in that wild three-all draw with Everton, picking up fifteen points and rocketing up over one hundred thousand transfers in. Forest beat Chelsea three-one, continuing their incredible form. Man United edged Liverpool three-two, and Bournemouth destroyed Crystal Palace three-nil. Huge results shaping the run-in.
On the injury front, Wieffer at Brighton is flagged doubtful with an ankle injury — fifty percent chance of playing. He only managed seventeen minutes in Gameweek thirty-five, so avoid until there's clarity. There are also injury concerns flagged around Crystal Palace and Aston Villa ahead of Gameweek thirty-six, with Gibbs-White at Forest also being monitored. Check the team news before that deadline.
And the big chip news — Gameweek thirty-six is a Double Gameweek, with Man City playing twice: against Brentford on Saturday the ninth, then Crystal Palace on Wednesday the thirteenth. If you have a wildcard or bench boost ready, this is the moment.
Now, let's get into the transfers.
Transfer number one, and it's the standout pick of the week: Doku from Man City at six point four million pounds, owned by three point six percent. He just delivered fifteen points in Gameweek thirty-five with two goals and three bonus points. The key stat: he has four goals and eight assists this season, and his expected points for Gameweek thirty-six are a massive sixteen point six. And here's the kicker — Man City play TWICE this gameweek. Against Brentford on Saturday and Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Doku is electric right now and has double game week premium written all over him. Verdict: Essential. Get him in before deadline.
Transfer number two: Kroupi.Jr from Bournemouth at just four point six million pounds, owned by six percent. He scored in Gameweek thirty-five, taking his tally to twelve goals this season. Twelve goals at four point six million is outstanding value. Bournemouth face Fulham in Gameweek thirty-six — a fixture rated three versus three in terms of difficulty. With that kind of scoring rate and budget-friendly price, he frees up cash for your premium assets. Verdict: Good buy, especially if you're building towards a wildcard or bench boost setup.
Transfer number three: Sels, the Nottingham Forest goalkeeper at four point six million pounds, owned by four point nine percent. He scored eight points in Gameweek thirty-five alone and has kept seven clean sheets this season. Forest are in stunning form — they beat Chelsea three-one this week and hammered Sunderland five-nil in Gameweek thirty-four. In Gameweek thirty-six they host Newcastle, which is rated three versus three. Sels has eighty-two saves this season and is one of the most reliable budget keepers in the game. Verdict: Good, particularly if you need a cheap goalkeeper upgrade.
Now, three players to consider moving on.
First up, Wieffer from Brighton at four point nine million pounds, owned by just zero point five percent. He came on as a substitute in Gameweek thirty-five and only managed seventeen minutes before the ankle injury concern. His expected points have dropped to three point one for Gameweek thirty-six. Brighton do have a home game against Wolves, but until there's a fitness green light, the risk is too high with the transfer deadline on Saturday. Verdict: Sell if you have him — don't waste a squad slot on a doubtful player in the final stretch.
Next: Mitchell from Crystal Palace at five point zero million pounds, owned by two point three percent. He only played forty-five minutes in Gameweek thirty-five, and there are injury concerns flagged at Crystal Palace ahead of Gameweek thirty-six. Palace face Everton and then Man City twice — but if Mitchell's availability is in doubt, you can't rely on him. With only three point two form, there are better options at his price point. Verdict: Sell, and redirect those funds.
Third: Leno from Fulham at four point nine million pounds, owned by two percent. He returned just three points in Gameweek thirty-five after conceding to Arsenal three-nil. Fulham face Bournemouth in Gameweek thirty-six — Bournemouth have been relentless going forward, scoring three goals against Crystal Palace this week. Leno has ninety-one saves this season so he works hard, but Fulham's defensive vulnerability is a concern. Verdict: Hold if you have no better option, but Sels at the same price offers better upside right now.
Now, your differentials for Gameweek thirty-six. These are all under ten percent ownership.
First differential: Canvot from Crystal Palace at four point five million pounds — just zero point five percent ownership. His expected points for Gameweek thirty-six are a huge seven point nine — the highest of any defender in our data today. Crystal Palace have a double gameweek — Everton on Sunday and then Man City midweek. Yes, Man City is tough, but that double fixture potential at this price makes him fascinating. Five clean sheets this season in limited appearances. Absolute punt, but a spicy one.
Second differential: F.Kadıoğlu from Brighton at four point four million pounds, owned by one point one percent. Nine clean sheets this season — outstanding for a four point four million defender. Brighton face Wolves at home in Gameweek thirty-six, and Wolves are in poor form, drawing with Sunderland this week. Expected points of six point eight for this gameweek. Nearly nineteen thousand transfers in this week — managers are waking up. Get ahead of the price rise.
Third differential: Andersen from Fulham at four point five million pounds, owned by four point two percent. One hundred and twenty-five total points this season — that's incredible for a budget defender. Eight clean sheets, consistent minutes, and Fulham host Bournemouth in Gameweek thirty-six. The expected points sit at five point two. A steady, reliable differential who has been criminally overlooked all season.
Captaincy pick for Gameweek thirty-six — it has to be Doku. Man City play twice, he's in the form of his life with fifteen points last gameweek, and his expected points are sixteen point six. If you've got him, he's your captain, no debate. If you don't own him, the armband decision gets harder, but Doku is the standout.
One key tip for the week: with the double gameweek confirmed, prioritise Man City assets — Doku is the obvious one, but anyone with City coverage benefits from two fixtures. Plan your chip strategy around this too. Bench boost owners, this is your moment.
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That's your Gameweek thirty-six breakdown. Subscribe at whogotthepoints.com and we'll see you tomorrow.