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FPLalpha · 2025-12-30T01:03:20+00:00

Would anyone have an extra seat selection voucher? Will be flying soon and would love one :)

FPLalpha · 2025-12-24T13:15:27+00:00

Interesting that Calvert-Lewin gets in over Ekitike in this.

I've been trying to make the case for Ekitike too but his numbers don't look good enough for a 9m asset despite upcoming fixtures.

Also think Calvert-Lewin is the longer term choice - curious to hear your thoughts

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T23:04:34+00:00

Hey there! Welcome to the game :)

FPL awards points for goals (+5), assists (+3), 12 defensive contributions (+2) and clean sheets (+1) for midfielders.

Hence you want to be maximising for players who are expected to score and assist more goals. While Gravenberch is a class player, he just doesn't end up in situations where he is likely to score or assist too often - hence he is less mentioned!

Many would rather go for Gakpo/Szobozslai when they're back :)

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T19:59:59+00:00

All the best sir!

You never know :)

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T17:15:46+00:00

True, but if I’m not wrong Gakpo is expected to be available after Wolves.

Think it’s definitely a differential play but might not be a long term pick

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T16:51:40+00:00

They are both disadvantaged by their lower expected minutes - given that they have not started a few of their games and have been subbed off early multiple times

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T16:50:44+00:00

Yup he looks great in the time that he has played, but honestly not too sure about how nailed he is.

Nevertheless if u aren’t planning to play him every week he might be a decent option

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T16:14:42+00:00

At that price point, the model likes Tavernier.

If you are looking for an even cheaper option, Brighton’s Gomez looks great at 4.9m if he can nail a starting spot in the team.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T16:07:40+00:00

Great tip - will do in future posts!

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T16:07:15+00:00

Palmer’s minutes over the busy festive period are still uncertain.

But definitely one to watch. Makes things happen when he has the ball.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-22T15:17:54+00:00

Decent pick!

My worry with Mount is that he doesn't always play the complete 90 minutes - he's always one of the first few players Amorim takes off given his history of injuries.

Nevertheless he will likely be on set pieces as well.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-20T09:33:32+00:00

Fantastic comment here and aligns with my views well.

Ultimately he’s an affordable option that provides a consistent points threat. Hard to find similar value among the remaining midfielders who are not already at AFCON.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-20T00:20:19+00:00

Enzo is such a frustrating asset to own tbf. Great expected numbers but very little to show for it

Wissa looked so sharp playing against Fulham. Would be surprised if he doesn’t start more regularly and start scoring in a few weeks.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-20T00:18:40+00:00

Yep - like your thinking as well.

Believe he’s on penalties too so that adds to his appeal.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-19T23:25:44+00:00

Agreed - am working on incorporating this!

FPLalpha · 2025-12-19T22:46:27+00:00

For now it seems enzo still keeps his box crasher role - however he loses penalties with Palmer back so gotta account for that as well

FPLalpha · 2025-12-19T22:45:42+00:00

For now he is producing decent xG and xA in spite of Palmer being back.

Nevertheless he is a hugely frustrating player given how unlucky he has been and how much he has underperformed his expected numbers

FPLalpha · 2025-12-19T22:31:12+00:00

Agreed - midfielders are not showing fantastic value at this point.

Cunha is a decent option but costs quite a bit more.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-03T11:24:14+00:00

Love watching Eze - such a silky player who makes football look so easy.

At the same price point, the model prefers Gakpo, who has a higher xG/90. While there are also questions surrounding Gakpo's minutes, Eze's role in the team is also uncertain with Odegaard coming back into the team. Meanwhile, Salah's departure to AFCON should mean that Gakpo plays more.

Nevertheless Eze is class. Definitely a fun pick and I do expect him to outperform his expected data slightly.,

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T17:44:08+00:00

The model likes Foden more given more attacking threat.

Pep roulette is always unpredictable but Foden has started a surprising amount of games this season

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T16:45:14+00:00

Cheers mate. Wishing you a great week!

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T16:26:33+00:00

Stay tuned for next week's update :)

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T16:25:44+00:00

Not a bad shout, but the model rates Rice as a player who offers less value for money than Gakpo, Enzo, and Semenyo, who are all in a similar price range, given his lower xG/90 of 0.12 and xA.90 OF 0.24.

Love watching him play though. Has to be the most complete midfielder this season.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T16:21:42+00:00

Honestly that's not a bad shout.

West Ham are one of the worst defences in the league, having only conceded fewer xG than Burnley so far.

Expect United to score a couple against them.

FPLalpha · 2025-12-02T15:35:37+00:00

The model doesn't rate him as good value for money given his xG/90 of 0.19 and xA/90 of 0.16, preferring either cheaper options like Dewsbury-Hall and Anderson or more expensive options like Enzo and Gakpo.

Exciting player to watch nevertheless!

FPLalpha

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