Are you ready to dominate your Fantasy Premier League (FPL) team this season? If you're still tinkering with your squad, consider these eight players who could be game-changers, according to our FPL experts. While some are obvious premium picks, these players offer unique value and potential for success.
Florian Wirtz, Liverpool
Wirtz, at £7.5m with around 14% ownership, is a mid-priced differential with high upside. Under new manager Andoni Iraola, he's being deployed as a number 10, operating close to striker Alexander Isak. This central role should increase his touches in the final third and goal involvement. Last season, he showed quality without maximizing his output, and a second year in the Premier League, combined with a determined manager, improves his outlook. At this price and ownership level, he offers a cleaner route into Liverpool's attack than many popular midfield options.
Pascal Gross, Brighton
Gross, at £5.5m, is a compelling budget midfielder with fewer than 11% ownership. He's not flashy, but his role and importance have improved significantly this summer. With Danny Welbeck now at Chelsea, Gross will take over penalty duties, converting a spot-kick in pre-season. His involvement in corners and set-pieces, along with Brighton's ability to generate chances, makes him a reliable point accumulator. Gross is a practical enabler for managers building around expensive premiums.
Antonin Kinsky, Tottenham
Kinsky, at £4.5m, is a standout budget goalkeeper option if he can secure the starting place at Tottenham. The Czech goalkeeper finished last season strongly, producing several excellent performances. With Guglielmo Vicario still at the club, there's some uncertainty, but Kinsky is De Zerbi's first choice. His low price and clean sheet potential make him an excellent option.
Dominik Szoboszlai, Liverpool
Szoboszlai, at £7m, is an intriguing option after an excellent individual campaign. He finished as Liverpool's second-highest-scoring FPL player with 160 points. With an appealing opening five-gameweek schedule, he has multiple routes to points. He scored 13 goals and offered assist potential from set-pieces last season. His versatility and guaranteed minutes make him a strong choice.
Joao Pedro, Chelsea
Joao Pedro, at £7.5m, is a key pick for fantasy forward lines after an impressive debut season for Chelsea. He racked up 15 goals and nine assists, finishing as the fourth highest-scoring forward. With the summer off and a new manager, Xabi Alonso, he's well-placed to replicate this output. The only concern is potential competition from Danny Welbeck.
Neco Williams, Nottingham Forest
Williams, at £5m, is an intriguing defensive selection with a potential change in formation. We expect defensive solidarity under new manager Oliver Glasner, and Williams ranked third for fantasy points among Forest players last season. His potential to play more advanced and his goal involvement make him a strong choice.
Riccardo Calafiori, Arsenal
Calafiori, at £5.5m, is a cheap route to the elite Arsenal defense. He's a first-choice left-back for most of last season and should stay fit. Early substitutions are likely, but with a full pre-season, he's expected to deliver immediate rewards. Calafiori is the better long-term hold.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Leeds United
Calvert-Lewin, at £6m, is the third most-owned forward. Leeds impressed last season but under-achieved on expected values. His finishing was responsible for some under-performance, but he gets the chances and is a handful for any back line. With good fixtures, penalties, and a well-oiled machine under Daniel Farke, he's a strong choice.
