Players you rate on the pitch may not always be considered top FPL talents. There are some qualities such as assists, goals, clean sheets, that are necessary to be considered a top-level player in the world of fantasy football. Others can get by through the accumulation of bonus points based on their performance levels but, all-in-all, you do need to ‘stand out’ on the pitch with game-changing contributions.

It’s very tough for any of us to know who the best-value FPL players are at any given moment. We all know Mohamed Salah’s name will be top of the list in terms of points but when you want to dig a little deeper and get a bit more bang for your buck, then you’ll need the assistance of some reliable FPL tips sites to help you out.

The Best FPL Player Rankings Tool

Wouldn’t it be nice if some of the best sites provided an easy-to-use FPL player rankings page to assist us with our FPL decisions? Well, they do, of course. You will see from that link what a good player rankings page can provide you with in FPL.

The information therein will range from the most basic such as each player’s club, position (according to the FPL database), and who they are up against next. Then, you will also get to delve into more detailed stats such as the current ownership level for that player (what percentage of FPL teams own that player), and whether he is in the predicted lineup for the next game (according to that same site).

After that, it gets even more interesting. You should see data that tells you the likelihood that each player wins their next game, keeps a clean sheet (relevant to goalkeepers, defenders, and midfielders), scores in that game, or provides an assist. All of these probabilities are shown in percentage form.

With these figures all totted up, the algorithm on a good FPL tips site will then give you a Player Rankings total, relative to every other player in the game.

Using FPL Player Statistics

It’s always exciting to find there are more statistics to read about all Premier League players. Generally, if you are on a good quality player rankings page, you should be able to click on each player’s name to find out more about their performance levels.

Take Mohamed Salah, for example. See his most relevant stats in FPL terms. They are all laid out before you in an easy-to-understand format. Sites like this must be user-friendly as many people can be slightly overwhelmed if they see too much data or too many numbers thrown at them.

Once you follow it, though, you’ll notice average amounts for minutes played per gameweek, goals, assists, and key passes – all per gameweek. There will be extra ‘offensive’ stats to show their attacking prowess such as total shots, and shots on goal, as well as how many penalties he has won and how often he has hit the woodwork.

In terms of passing, as well as the aforementioned key passes, there will be crosses, and crosses on target (successful crosses).

Defensive stats will show how many saves (goalkeepers only) a player makes on average per gameweek, and how many tackles.

Finally, you’ll notice the disciplinary data which tells you how many fouls they make per gameweek as well as how many yellow and red cards they get.

Choose the Right FPL Tips Sites 

You should always stick with the best football data sites that are available. Find one that works for you in terms of how it’s presented and how easily you can understand the data in front of you. Once you do know what sites you would like to use regularly, rate them over a few weeks based on how accurate their predictions are and how ‘correct’ or close to correct the data they provided was in the end.

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In the next part of the Euro 2020 fantasy football guide, we look at the most expensive players.

Take a look at our most recent addition to the guide here. 

It will take place across several host cities and include even more star players.

But who is the most expensive in each position and who should win the tournament and who you can use your euro 2020 betting offers to back the tournament winner. 

All player valuations are available here.

GOALKEEPER

There is a three-way tie for the goalkeeper position.

Hugo Lloris (France) is worth €6m.

Manuel Neuer (Germany) and Thibaut Courtois (Belgium) join him on the high number.

The trio is established figures in their respective national setups.

Additionally, Neuer and Courtois are coming into the tournament off the back of strong seasons

As a result, the trio has earned their shared valuation

DEFENDER

Two defenders are top of the list at €6.5m

Raphael Guerreiro (Portugal) and Lucas Hernandez (France) is the duo who are highly priced.

Both are full-backs with extra responsibilities.

Guerreiro is an extra attacker in Fernando Santos’ Portugal side and offers width.

As a result, Joao Felix and Diogo Jota tend to cut inside to allow this.

Hernandez can also play high up the pitch.

However, he can tuck inside to offer an extra man in defence.

The players’ talents are recognised.

MIDFIELDERS

Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium) and Bruno Fernandes (Portugal) the most expensive midfielders available.

€10.5m will get you one of the two.

De Bruyne recently won PFA Player of the Year for the 2020/21 Premier League season.

Kevin De Bruyne.

PFA Player of the Year 2019-20

PFA Player of the Year 2020-21 pic.twitter.com/6Xkcah6uFi

— B/R Football (@brfootball) June 6, 2021

Fernandes won Manchester United’s club award for the same season.

Both are creative threats that can produce moments of magic out of thin air.

FORWARDS

Two players share the top spot for the forward position.

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal) and Kylian Mbappé (France) are worth €12m each.

Forward is the most expensive position in the game and their price tags showcase that.

Ronaldo is a living legend and Mbappé will want to follow that path.

The pair will go head-to-head at the Euros and can shine individually.

However, if you want them to shine on your fantasy team, you will have to part with a hefty amount.

We will see if these valuations are justified by the players’ performances at the tournament.

Yet, one can hope that their fantasy football team will win any league after spending that much money on the players.

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If you missed the guide on midfielders, click here to read it first. 

Forwards include wingers and strikers and the legacy of these players can be made by one good tournament.

Strikers such as David Villa and Milan Baros have lit up the international scene at UEFA European Championships in the 21st century.

Imagine the fantasy points they would have earned.

CRISTIANO RONALDO – PORTUGAL, €12m

First up is Cristiano Ronaldo – who else?

Ronaldo has been unstoppable for most of his career and has five Ballon d’Ors to date.

He dragged an otherwise weak Portugal side to the final of Euro 2016 alongside Nani and Quaresma.

Now part of a much stronger side, Portugal do not have to rely on him as much.

However, when the ball is played up to him, it is always a dangerous moment.

Goals galore and lots of points lie behind a €12m price tag.

ROMELU LUKAKU – BELGIUM, €11m

Second on the list is Romelu Lukaku.

The Serie A MVP has reminded everyone of his world-class talent at Inter Milan.

In addition to this, his goalscoring does not stop when he plays for Belgium.

Lukaku has scored a national record 60 goals in 93 games for his national side.

He does not look like stopping either.

The goals will keep coming with Dries Mertens by his side and Kevin De Bruyne behind him.

He has the highest pick rate of any forward in the game – 43 per cent.

Romelu Lukaku is all yours for €11m.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FIND: SASA KALADZJIC – AUSTRIA, €7.5m

Sasa Kaladzjic had a fantastic breakout season for VfB Stuttgart in the Bundesliga.

16 goals and 6 assists in 33 games earned him a spot in the Austrian squad for Euro 2020.

In a group that is much wider than it appears, Kaladzjic could make a name for himself.

He is valued at just under £20m by Transfermarkt currently but that number will double with a good tournament.

The first game against North Macedonia will be a good time to get off the mark.

For €7.5m, you can get behind Kaladzjic before the world takes notice.

Your forward line will always be high scorers when these three are in your fantasy side.

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This part of the guide is not confined to one single position, unlike the previous five.

You can read the most recent entry here. 

However, we take a look at one bargain per position.

These are the best bargains for your fantasy team.

BARGAIN 1: DANIEL BACHMANN – AUSTRIA, €4.5m

Daniel Bachmann had a fantastic season in the EFL Championship with Watford.

The Austrian made 23 appearances and kept 13 clean sheets as he helped Watford get back into the Premier League at the first time of asking.

In addition to this, Bachmann conceded only 13 goals in that time span.

He will be hugely important between the sticks for an Austrian side that needs to prove its worth on the international stage.

The first-choice Austrian goalkeeper is all yours for €4.5m.

KEVIN MBABU – SWITZERLAND, €5m

Kevin Mbabu is Wolfsburg’s wicked wing-back.

The Swiss star can play anywhere in defence and has come into his own in recent years.

He earned his place in the starting eleven for Switzerland at the 2020 UEFA European Championship.

Mbabu can light up the competition if called upon as his pace will stretch defences and open gaps.

His tackling is also not to be overlooked.

With this in mind, when you see him on a Swiss team sheet for Euro 2020, do not be surprised.

The 26-year-old can be on your team too for €5m.

RYAN GRAVENBERCH – NETHERLANDS, €5m

Ryan Gravenberch is one of Europe’s hottest prospects.

He bossed the midfield for Erik Ten Hag’s Ajax this season and will look to do so for the Dutch at the Euros.

Furthermore, his movement and ability are of a high level.

At just 19, Gravenberch will experience a lot more international tournaments as he gets older.

But his first one could be special.

ANDREAS CORNELIUS – DENMARK, €6m

Andreas Cornelius has an impressive national goalscoring haul for Denmark.

The Atalanta star who spent this season on loan at Parma has 10 goals in 30 games for the Danes, per Transfermarkt.

A goal against Bosnia on Sunday is a sign of what’s to come for the Danish forward.

After that, scoring a goal or two at the Euros would not be a surprise.

For €6m, you can have Cornelius in your fantasy side.

There are plenty of bargains in Euro 2020’s fantasy football game.

However, these four are some of the best.

Buy them and watch your team fly.

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To read the previous instalment, click here. 

The most valuable players in Euro 2020 fantasy football are seen as the best in the tournament.

We will rank the the top 10 most valuable players.

10) Eden Hazard – Belgium – €10m

Eden Hazard has endured a tough time at Real Madrid over the last two seasons.

There is still a magnificent player in there.

However, injuries have hampered his progress over in Spain.

The 2020 UEFA European Championship provides an opportunity for Hazard to get back on track.

9) Memphis Depay – Netherlands – €10m

Depay will move from Lyon this summer to a big club.

Euro 2020 gives the Dutch star a chance to show the fans of his future club what he can do.

He has looked lazy at times for Lyon but he will not lose focus for the Netherlands when there is silverware to be won.

8) Kevin De Bruyne – Belgium – €10.5m

Kevin De Bruyne is hot off the heels of another PFA Player of the Year winning season.

To add to this, he also won the Premier League and Carabao Cup.

However, he will be looking to end the summer on a high after his UEFA Champions League final heartbreak.

He has the best shot at glory with Belgium that he has ever had.

7) Bruno Fernandes – Portugal – €10.5m

Bruno Fernandes comes into Euro 2020 following a largely successful individual season.

The Portuguese midfielder managed 27 goals and 16 assists across all competitions for Manchester United this season.

His form tailed off at the end of the season but a new challenge could bring his form back.

6) Romelu Lukaku – Belgium – €11m

Romelu Lukaku looks set to extend his Belgian goalscoring record throughout the European Championships as they go for glory.

The Inter Milan star has had the best year of his career and will want to cap it off with a trophy.

5) Antoine Griezmann – France – €11m

Antoine Griezmann shone in Euro 2016 but his career looks a little less bright this time around.

The Frenchman will be tasked with the number 10 role once again.

An improved 2020/21 season for the Frenchman can get even better.

He can use this tournament to remind everyone of his quality.

4) Harry Kane – England – €11.5m

It is a crime that Harry Kane was not awarded any of the individual accolades for the Premier League this season.

23 goals and 14 assists see him nailed on as England’s number nine for another major tournament.

This is England’s best chance since 2004 to win the competition and Kane will want to take that chance.

3) Robert Lewandowski – Poland – €11.5m

Robert Lewandowski is another striker who had a magnificent individual campaign.

Lewandowski broke Gerd Muller’s long-standing Bundesliga record for most goals in a single season.

The Pole scored 41 in 29 games and assisted seven times.

More goals will come this summer but how important will they be?

2) Kylian Mbappé – France – €12m

Joint-top is Kylian Mbappé.

Mbappé is France’s golden boy and can go two major international competitions without getting knocked out if France manages to go all the way.

Mbappé was an integral piece in France’s 2018 World Cup-winning cog and he will be integral if they are to win Euro 2020.

France’s star will continue to shine even if they are not successful.

1) Cristiano Ronaldo – Portugal – €12m

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Kylian Mbappé at the top of the list.

Portugal and Ronaldo will be defending their title at Euro 2020 where they hope to repeat their 2016 feat.

Ronaldo will be vital in that plan and will look to get as many chances to score as he can.

Euro 2020’s fantasy football game praises the best in the tournament.

The high valuations help the excitement for Euro 2020 to grow, and grow it does.

To see the value of the other players in the game, click here.

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If you missed the guide on full, backs, click here.

Midfielders make teams tick and are the creative vessels that connect defence and attack.

Some of the tournament’s best-ever players were midfielders, such as Cesc Fabregas.

Therefore, they are the most important part of your fantasy side too.

THIAGO ALCANTARA – SPAIN, €6m

First up, we have Spain’s Thiago Alcantara.

The Spaniard endured a tough start to life in Liverpool but came into his own as the side’s injuries cleared up.

At 30 years of age, he is in his prime and can lead Spain to glory with quarterback-like displays.

His passing is magnificent and opens teams up.

In addition to this, he controls the tempo of the game when he is in possession.

He was one of Spain’s best players in their stalemate against Portugal and will carry that form over to the 2020 UEFA European Championship.

Thiago is priced at €6m.

N’GOLO KANTÉ – FRANCE, €5.5m

Next on the list is N’Golo Kanté.

The Frenchman was superb for Chelsea in their 2021 UEFA Champions League run and he will be just as important for France this summer.

His importance is highlighted by his near-£50m market value, per Transfermarkt.

The five-foot-six midfielder will clean up everything in midfield

In addition, he will also look to get forward.

All that work will give him a large number of points on the game that you can be thankful for.

He is a steal, even at €5.5m.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FIND: PIERRE-EMILE HOJBJERG – DENMARK, €5.5m

The fantasy football find for midfield is Denmark’s Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

The Tottenham star was one of the club’s best player this season.

His strength in midfield was important to both Jose Mourinho and Ryan Mason throughout the season.

He screened the defence effectively and will do so for the Danes but has only been chosen by one per cent of players.

Expect some big performances from this man.

You can benefit from them for just €5.5m.

These three midfielders will excel both on the pitch and on your fantasy side.

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Click here if you missed the previous part of the guide, which covered centre backs. 

Full-backs have become vastly important in modern-day football and the 2020 UEFA European Championship will prove that.

Scotland will even play three!

JOAO CANCELO – PORTUGAL, €6m

First up on our list is Joao Cancelo.

Joao Cancelo had a fantastic season for Manchester City with his hybrid role.

The Portuguese star drifted between the wide channel and midfield and caused havoc for the opposition.

He could be very useful for Portugal and his progressive style will benefit a forward line that includes Cristiano Ronaldo.

Getting assists on the board will reward you with multiple points for choosing him.

He is not cheap at €6m but there is no way you should leave him out.

LUKE SHAW – ENGLAND, €6m

Secondly, Luke Shaw is another player who had a great season in the Premier League.

The Manchester United star is capable of creating chances and can be a terror for opposition full-backs.

He is defensively solid too, boasting respectable numbers in the Premier League last season.

His strength is very important to his play and he utilises it well.

The England left-back will impress in Gareth Southgate’s system and your fantasy system too.

He’s your left-back for €6m.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FIND: OWEN WIJNDAL – NETHERLANDS, €4.5m

Finally, the fantasy football find at full-back is the Netherlands’ Owen Wijndal.

The Dutch defender has been very impressive for Holland and AZ Alkmaar this season.

His rapid wing play and distribution have been nothing short of quality.

The 21-year-old has evaded mass media attention thus far but this summer can change that.

Get ahead of the curve now for just €4.5m.

With any of these three left-backs, you are going to have some enviable points tallies.

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If you missed part one, click here for the ultimate guide on goalkeepers for your team.

The centre of defence is a very important part of international football, and it can often be the reason why teams succeed.

There are many centre backs heading to the 2020 UEFA European Championship this summer, but who should make your fantasy side?

We have the answer.

PAU TORRES – SPAIN, €4.5m

Pau Torres will play at his major international tournament at the age of 22.

The defender is wise beyond his years and has shone for Unai Emery’s Villarreal this season.

In a group where Spain are favourites, the centre back will play alongside Aymeric Laporte, if the starting eleven against Portugal is anything to go by.

The defender will rack up the points for your fantasy side with his calm and composed attitude.

He is a cheap addition to your fantasy team at just €4.5m and will repay that and more with his performances.

ANTONIO RUDIGER – GERMANY, €5.5m

Antonio Rudiger has been brilliant since Thomas Tuchel took the reins at Chelsea.

The German central defender will be hungry for more silverware after winning the UEFA Champions League.

His heading ability and defending inside the 18-yard box is sure to rack up tons of points.

His height and strength will also help him to dominate the opposing strikers.

The tough centre half comes in at a relatively cheap €5.5m, given his talents.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FIND: ALESSANDRO BASTONI – ITALY, €4.5m

The fantasy football find for centre-back is Alessandro Bastoni.

Bastoni won Serie A this season with Inter Milan and was one of their best players throughout the season.

A calm defender with an eye for a pass, the Italian can impress on the international stage this summer.

He is valued at €54m by Transfermarkt.

However, only 3% of players have realised what a bargain he is.

At €4.5m, the 22-year-old will soothe your worries and help you get clear of your friends in the game.

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Click here for a list of the best players for each position to pick for your fantasy team.

These lists will include a fantasy football find.

This is a player we tip to earn a lot of points but has a low pick rate.

We start with goalkeepers – the final line of defence, the big men between the sticks.

Goalkeepers play an important part in the Euros, and they are also important in your fantasy side.

KASPER SCHMEICHEL – DENMARK, €5m

First up is Kasper Schmeichel.

The Danish goalkeeper is part of a stellar international defence.

He has amassed seven clean sheets since the beginning of 2020, according to Transfermarkt.

However, Schmeichel did concede six to Belgium over the two games against them in the UEFA Nations League.

That is a worry considering they are in the same group as the Danish.

Yet there have only been two other occasions where he conceded a goal.

Those occasions are the recent 1-1 draw with Germany and a 2-1 victory over Iceland in November.

The Dane is one of the most reliable shot-stoppers around and will be sure to be a strong addition to your side.

At €5m, Schmeichel is a no-brainer for your side.

THIBAUT COURTOIS – BELGIUM, €6m

Schmeichel’s opposite number against Belgium in one of those games was Thibaut Courtois.

Courtois’ last major tournament ended in the Belgian picking up the golden glove after he earned six clean sheets.

This is no anomaly either as the former Chelsea player has earned 44 clean sheets in just 84 appearances and conceded only 61 goals.

The Real Madrid number one is entering his prime years aged 29 and will have another big tournament this summer.

He is on the expensive side at €6m but he has a high chance of living up to that price tag.

FANTASY FOOTBALL FIND: YANN SOMMER – SWITZERLAND, €5m

Finally, we have Swiss star Yann Sommer as our fantasy find.

The Borussia Monchengladbach servant flies under many people’s radars each year.

Sommer is part of a defensively resolute Swiss side who rely on their discipline at the back

This is where he shines.

The six-foot Swiss has had some big performances on the international stage before and is a safe bet for your fantasy team.

Currently, he has only been chosen by two per cent of players but you can stand out amongst the crowd with an underrated goalkeeper.

For €5m, he is a quality addition.

These three goalkeepers can put in big performance after big performance and will be an integral part of anyone’s Euro 2020 fantasy football team.

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FPL returns this weekend after two weeks of international duty. Since then, plenty has happened. The international transfer deadline came about on the 5^th of October, one day after the last round of Premier League fixtures were played. Numerous players were signed in which was a busy deadline day, many of whom will be looking to make an impression on the weekend and record valuable FPL points in the process.

Furthermore, several players impressed during the international break and will be going back to their clubs hoping they can replicate that form in the Premier League. Similarly, players not picked for international duty will be looking to prove their national team managers wrong by performing at club level.

Some FPL users will be forced to make changes given injuries during and before the break rendering players unlikely to compete. There is certainly no lack of options to choose from as several players will be itching to impress from Saturday.

Here are our picks for GW5:

Alex Telles – Manchester United – £5.5m

At a price of just £5.5m, Alex Telles is a potential bargain for FPL users. The new Manchester United signing is an attack minded left back who has managed to register a number of goals and assists throughout his career.

He managed 19 goal contributions in 31 league games in the Primeira Liga last season in what was an impressive campaign for the Brazilian. Before his move to Manchester, he also completed 4 goal contributions in 3 games this season.

His attacking output is outstanding for a left back, particularly in comparison to Manchester United’s current left backs, who managed a measly 2 goal contributions in the league last season between them. United face Newcastle at the weekend in a match Telles will be hoping to start.

Just 0.6% of users have picked him so far but we would expect that number to rise over the coming weeks.

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹: Alex Telles is a Red! #MUFC

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 5, 2020

Tariq Lamptey – Brighton & Hove Albion – £4.7m

Another full back FPL users should consider is young Brighton full back Tariq Lamptey. Acquired from Chelsea last season, Lamptey has made quite an impression at the Amex despite making just a handful of appearances.

His attacking output isn’t yet as proficient as Alex Telles and some of the other attack minded left backs in the league, but he has shown signs of promise going forward and his numbers will certainly improve over time.

Lamptey is a diminutive, pacey full back capable of evading defenders like they’re not there. He has 1 assist in 4 games so far this season and is now a regular starter at the club, so his contributions will likely increase.

Adama Traoré – Wolverhampton Wanderers – £6.4m

Adama Traoré is on of the most exciting players in the Premier League. Improving season by season, he’s recently added numbers to his game after struggling with his end product for numerous seasons. His recent call up for Spain will also have done his confidence no harm.

He’s failed to get going so far this season with his contribution but much of that was due to factors out of his hand. He’s been forced to play much of the season so far at right wing back given the lack of options in that position after the departure of Matt Doherty. The arrival of Nélson Semedo, however, should mean that Traoré can now revert to his previous position of right winger where he can get down the byline and create chances for his teammates.

Wolves have an easy – on paper – run of fixtures in the next few weeks so Traoré should get back to his electrifying best.

Gareth Bale – Tottenham Hotspur – £9.5m

Bale isn’t full match fit so there are questions as to whether he will start on the weekend, but he’s returned to full training in recent weeks and should at least make a cameo. If Bale does start, he’ll likely be part of a front 3 including Heung-Min Son and Harry Kane, a prospect which should frighten opposition defenders.

Despite criticisms of Mourinho’s negative philosophy in the past, Tottenham have started the season in fine goalscoring form, netting 12 goals in just 4 games so far with Harry Kane seemingly back to his best.

Bale has struggled for Real Madrid in recent seasons due to a combination of off field issues and poor form, but he’s still a quality player.

Returning to the club which played a key role in his development should help Bale get back on track, Spurs fans and FPL owners will be hoping the Welshman can produce a career remontada.

We are delighted to announce the return of @GarethBale11 to the Club on a season-long loan from Real Madrid!#BaleIsBack #COYS pic.twitter.com/6w8P1CLx61

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 19, 2020

Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa – £5.9m

Watkins scored his first Premier League goals and first Premier League hat trick against Liverpool two weeks ago. Watkins has played at several levels in English football – which includes a spell in the National League South – and has managed to be prolific at each.

He scored 25 Championship goals last term which was impressive enough to garner the attention of Aston Villa who took their chance on the striker. Villa have been crying out for a goalscoring centre forward after failing with previous signings, but they may have finally found their man.

Watkins is perfect for users on the lookout for a cheap striker and his display against Liverpool will only have boosted his confidence in front of goal. We suggest picking him up now before his value increases any more.

Jack Grealish – Aston Villa – £7.1m

Another Aston Villa player, Grealish had his breakthrough Premier League campaign last season in which he helped his team to marginally avoid relegation. Villa look a much better outfit this term with some good additions made to the squad – namely Bertrand Traoré, Ross Barkley, Matty Cash and the previously mentioned Ollie Watkins.

They’ve made an incredible start to the season with an 100% winning record after 3 games. Grealish now has much better support than he had last season, in what was effectively a one-man team. He secured 24 FPL points in what was a career defining performance against Liverpool on the 4^th of October. He has 6 goal contributions in 3 league games so far and we would expect him to continue his form further into the season.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Everton – £8m

Calvert-Lewin is the most picked player in FPL currently with 48.9% of users opting for the Everton striker and it’s easy to see why. He’s consistently overcome odds during his career with many claiming he wasn’t Premier League standard. He’ll have silenced those doubters with his convincing displays this season.

He improved his proficiency in front of goal last season with a career high of 13 league goals and looks intent on breaking that record with 6 goals in just 4 appearances so far. Everton’s recruitment has been excellent this season, bringing in a number of top players including the formidable James Rodríguez, who has improved the team tenfold. The additions to the squad as well as the tutelage of Carlo Ancelotti have helped Calvert-Lewin reach heights he wasn’t capable of previously.

He also managed to score his first England goal during the international break in a season which has all the makings of being a stellar campaign for Calvert-Lewin.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the 1⃣st player to score in each of @Everton‘s first four #PL games of a season#EVEBHA pic.twitter.com/Ea7h7ODQic

— Premier League (@premierleague) October 4, 2020

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