After another completed game week, Fantasy Premier League managers are reflecting on a weekend of mixed emotions, as they either celebrate successful predictions, bemoan frustrating outcomes, or rejoice in Everton’s rare victory.
As the Premier League progresses into its 11th week, FPL managers have a fresh opportunity to adjust their teams, make strategic changes, or perhaps employ their wildcard to undertake substantial revisions, especially while in-form players remain reasonably priced.
Looking ahead to the upcoming game week, we have created a list of the top five Goalkeepers worth considering for your FPL team. However, the decision rests with managers on whether they should make early transfers, which carries a level of risk, or wait until the midweek Carabao Cup matches have concluded, potentially aiding their quest for success in the forthcoming game week.
Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace)
Johnstone, who’s priced at £4.5 million and plays for Crystal Palace, remains a valuable option for Fantasy Premier League managers. Dean Henderson’s injury has kept him sidelined, making Johnstone a favorable choice, especially if you’re seeking a short-term goalkeeper who excels in making saves and has a run of excellent upcoming fixtures.
Johnstone’s expected points output over a full season is estimated at 148.2 points, though this calculation is based on data from only two seasons. Crystal Palace has historically averaged around 10.2 clean sheets over the last five seasons, adding to Johnstone’s appeal.
Additionally, he has displayed an average of 4.17 saves per match in the last two seasons. Crystal Palace is set to have a series of favorable fixtures from Gameweek 11 to Gameweek 15, further enhancing Johnstone’s potential in FPL.
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Despite playing just two seasons, Johnstone has topped the list of goalkeepers for saves per match in the last three seasons, although this data is somewhat skewed. Moreover, he has proven to be a bonus point magnet, averaging 0.52 bonus points per 90 minutes over the last two seasons, which can boost his point tally in FPL.
David Raya Martin (Arsenal)
Raya, who is priced at £4.8 million and plays for Arsenal, is emerging as an appealing option for Fantasy Premier League managers. Arsenal tops the list for clean sheet odds in Gameweek 10, making Raya an attractive choice.
Raya has demonstrated his proficiency in making saves and accumulating bonus points, enhancing his FPL value. Furthermore, Arsenal ranks third lowest for expected goals conceded this season, indicating their strong defensive performance.
The recent price drop to £4.8 million makes Raya an even more affordable selection for FPL managers. Additionally, Arsenal are set to enjoy a run of highly favorable fixtures shortly, further bolstering Raya’s potential for accumulating points.
José Malheiro de Sá (Wolves)
Sa, valued at £5.0 million and representing Wolves, stands out as a differential goalkeeper option in Fantasy Premier League.
Projections suggest that he could potentially provide 153 points throughout a full season. Wolves have historically averaged around 10.8 clean sheets over the last five seasons, showcasing their defensive reliability.
Sa’s average of 3.16 saves per match over the past two seasons highlights his shot-stopping ability. In the current season, he ranks third for saves among all goalkeepers.
What makes Sa an intriguing FPL choice is his tendency to consistently accumulate points through 2, 3, and 4-point performances, occasionally delivering double-digit hauls. His points can come from clean sheets, penalty saves, bonus points, and even the occasional assist.
In the previous season, he ranked second for bonus points and fifth for saves among goalkeepers. wolves’ historical reliability in maintaining around 11 clean sheets per season further adds to Sa’s appeal for FPL managers seeking a differential goalkeeper.
Ederson Santana de Moraes (Manchester City)
Ederson, priced at £5.6 million and representing Manchester City, is a goalkeeper you should consider holding onto for Gameweek 11, particularly if he’s already in your squad. City boasts the highest clean sheet odds in this upcoming game week, making Ederson an attractive option.
Projections suggest that Ederson could potentially deliver 151 points throughout a full season. Manchester City have maintained an average of 18 clean sheets over the last five seasons, emphasizing their strong defensive track record.
Ederson’s average of 1.59 saves per match over the last three seasons may not be particularly high, but what sets him apart is City’s formidable defensive performance this season. They currently have the lowest expected goals conceded (xG) of all teams, showcasing their defensive solidity.
Alisson Ramses Becker (Liverpool)
Alisson, priced at £5.5 million and representing Liverpool, is an underrated gem in the Fantasy Premier League, making him a valuable differential choice, particularly for FPL managers on a Wildcard. Liverpool ranks second for clean sheet odds in Gameweek 11, adding to his appeal.
Alisson is not just a short-term option; he’s an excellent long-term premium pick and a “set and forget” goalkeeper. Projections suggest he could accumulate a substantial 168 points over a full season. Liverpool’s historical average of 16.6 clean sheets over the last five seasons highlights their consistent defensive performance.
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While Alisson’s average of 2.51 saves per match over the last three seasons may not be the highest, his unique strength lies in his ability to deliver points even when Liverpool doesn’t keep clean sheets regularly. When Liverpool secures a clean sheet, he often earns 7-8 points, and on matches without clean sheets, he rarely ends up with 0 or 1-pointers. This characteristic allows him to steadily accumulate points, and even with just 10 clean sheets for Liverpool during the season, he could potentially finish as the top-scoring goalkeeper in FPL.
Liverpool’s favorable run of fixtures up to Gameweek 12 offers a promising outlook for clean sheets. Alisson is renowned as the most versatile goalkeeper in the game, ranking fifth for bonus points and sixth for saves in the previous season.