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Here's what you need to know in the next seven minutes — Gameweek thirty-one is done, the dust has settled, and Gameweek thirty-two is wide open. Transfers, differentials, and defensive heroes — let's get into it.
Right, the news bulletin. First up — Spurs have appointed De Zerbi as their new head coach on a five-year contract. Thomas Frank is out, De Zerbi is in. That is a massive development for Spurs assets heading into Gameweek thirty-two where they travel to Sunderland. Watch this space — De Zerbi's teams play attacking football, so Spurs players could become far more attractive very soon.
Second — Gabriel is listed as doubtful with a knee injury, but has a seventy-five percent chance of playing. He's owned by over forty-three percent of managers, so this is one to watch. Arsenal face Bournemouth at home in Gameweek thirty-two — an excellent fixture — so keep a close eye on team news before the Friday deadline.
Third — Saka also carries a knock, with a seventy-five percent chance of playing. Only eight percent ownership but still relevant for those who hold him. Same deadline pressure applies.
Fourth — Bruno Fernandes is the highest-scoring FPL player of twenty twenty-six so far. He delivered thirteen points in Gameweek thirty-one away at Bournemouth — a goal, an assist, and the maximum bonus. The man is simply unstoppable right now.
Now it's Wednesday, which means we're spotlighting defensive contribution points from Gameweek thirty-one. Who stood out at the back?
The standout performer was N.Williams from Nott'm Forest — fifteen points! He played the full ninety minutes, grabbed two assists, kept a clean sheet, and picked up three bonus points. Forest beat Spurs three nil, and N.Williams was absolutely everywhere. At just four point seven million pounds and only three percent ownership, that is sensational value. He's bagged one goal, three assists, and eight clean sheets this season. With Aston Villa the next fixture in Gameweek thirty-two, it's not the easiest, but the form is undeniable.
Tarkowski delivered six points — a clean sheet in Everton's brilliant three nil demolition of Chelsea. Eleven clean sheets this season. David Moyes has his side looking solid and Gameweek thirty-two sees Everton face Brentford away. Tough but Tarkowski remains a reliable mid-price defender.
Aina and Kayode also picked up six points each — both with clean sheets. Forest and Brentford doing the defensive business in Gameweek thirty-one.
Now — Top Three Transfers In for Gameweek thirty-two.
Number one — B.Fernandes. Ten point three million pounds. Forty-four point five percent ownership. One hundred and twenty-eight thousand transfers in this week. The man scored a goal and an assist at Bournemouth. He has eight goals and seventeen assists this season. Seventeen assists. That is outrageous. Man Utd host Leeds in Gameweek thirty-two — a favourable fixture — and with an expected points rating of ten point eight, he is the standout captain option. Verdict — Essential.
Number two — Welbeck. Six point two million pounds. Five percent ownership. One hundred and twenty-nine thousand transfers in this gameweek — actually the highest incoming transfer number in our data. He scored two goals against Liverpool and grabbed three bonus points — twelve points in total. He now has twelve goals this season for Brighton. Burnley away in Gameweek thirty-two with a difficulty rating of two for Brighton — that is a very friendly fixture. Verdict — Good buy.
Number three — Tarkowski. Five point seven million pounds. Eleven point five percent ownership. Eighty-six thousand transfers in this week. Eleven clean sheets this season is elite for a five point seven million pound defender. He's consistently delivering and Everton's defensive form under David Moyes is genuinely impressive. Everton face Brentford in Gameweek thirty-two — not the softest, but Tarkowski's floor is high. Verdict — Good.
Top Three Transfers Out.
Number one — Saka. Nine point eight million pounds. Eight percent ownership. Doubtful with a knock — only seventy-five percent chance of playing. At nine point eight million pounds you need certainty, and right now you don't have it. Arsenal face Bournemouth at home which is a brilliant fixture, but if he doesn't start, that's a massive waste of budget. If you have cover, consider moving him on before Friday's deadline. Verdict — Sell if you're nervous.
Number two — any Spurs attacker you're holding for the old Thomas Frank style of play. De Zerbi's appointment changes the dynamic entirely. There will be an adjustment period. Spurs face Sunderland away in Gameweek thirty-two — not a guaranteed haul. Hold unless you need the cash. Verdict — Hold for now but reassess.
Number three — Wilson. As we recommended selling yesterday, this remains the right call. No consistent returns and far better options available at that price point. Verdict — Sell.
Differential Picks for Gameweek thirty-two.
N.Williams. Four point seven million pounds. Three percent ownership. Fifteen points in Gameweek thirty-one. Two assists and a clean sheet. Forest face Aston Villa at home — tricky but Forest's defensive unit under Sean Dyche is genuinely solid. At under five million pounds with that kind of ceiling, he is worth a punt.
Sarr. Crystal Palace. Six point three million pounds. Three point eight percent ownership. Seven goals and nine clean sheets this season — that is a remarkable combination for a midfielder. Crystal Palace host Newcastle in Gameweek thirty-two. With an expected points rating of nine point zero, the underlying numbers are strong. Under four percent ownership makes him a proper differential.
Truffert. Bournemouth. Four point seven million pounds. Three point three percent ownership. Nine clean sheets this season, three assists, and a solid expected points of six point seven for Gameweek thirty-two. Bournemouth travel to Arsenal which is a tough ask for a clean sheet, but at that price the attacking returns make him viable. Worth monitoring.
Captaincy pick — it has to be B.Fernandes. Ten point three million pounds. Man Utd at home against Leeds. Expected points of ten point eight. Seventeen assists and eight goals this season. He is the form player of the entire calendar year. If you don't have him, seriously consider it before Friday's deadline. No brainer captain.
Key tip — with Gabriel doubtful and Saka carrying a knock, Arsenal assets are risky this week despite the brilliant home fixture against Bournemouth. Don't panic buy if there's injury doubt. Wait for team news closer to the Friday deadline at five thirty.
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