With Kane seeming likely to leave, how will Son cope? But I think this could be the making of him.
In a recent friendly, Son played ST (3 Goal Involvements) and looked ready to get in behind & cause problems, so arguably he will be improved as an FPL asset…
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Son was superb last season, with 17 Goals & 13 Assists. His 134 Penalty Area Touches are great for a MID, having 23 Big Chances in Total. The Korean’s 14 Big Chances Created are also impressive.
The only downside is Kane & Son combined for 15 Goals last season so Son is…
…likely to lose his partner is crime. This definitely makes him less of an option, but I also think he will play more centrally hence having more Big Chances.
The fixtures are also good early on, so Son is a good pick if he continues to play central Pre Season. Keep tabs here:
Finishing the season strong, Mahrez always looks a great FPL asset when on the pitch; cutting inside and bearing down on goal.
Mahrez’s 9 Goals & 8 Asssts in only 23 starts is quality, and I see Mahrez playing the majority of Premier League minutes next…
…season. The Algerian also had 155 Penalty Area Touches, and having 58 Goal Attempts (39 In the Box) he’s got great Goal Threat.
The Winger’s creativity is also strong, Creating 44 Chances (8 Big) and attempting 81 Crosses. If Kane was to sign, I can see two linking…
…up well as Mahrez would get round Kane well, to then cross to him later in the move.
The only negative is Pep Roulette with Mahrez mostly being used in the Champions League. So his minutes may be low, but if you have a strong bench, he’s a great pick, especially for GW2 (NOR)!
🔵Havertz (£8.5)
I really like Havertz this year, mostly as he’s a MID. He finished off the season playing as a CF, often finding pockets of space to release a shot.
The German recorded 4 Goals & 6 Assists in 18 starts, with 6 returns coming from CF. Havertz also had 33 Goal…
…Attempts with 12 of them being Big Chances. He also created 18 Chances, taking 87 touches in the box. All impressive numbers for 18 starts.
Having watched the UCL Final, Havertz was superb with drifting into the open spaces, then making runs off the ball to create space…
…for himself, culminating in getting in behind.
My only fear is rotation, with Havertz only playing 42% of EPL mins, being preferred in the Champions League. And if a new ST is bought in he may be pushed backwards. For now, I love Havertz and I’m trying to fit him in for CRY.
🦁Grealish (£8.0)
A creative beast last year, Grealish was at the heart of every Villa attack. The Englishman returned 6 Goals & 12 Assists in only 26 Games from a Winger is great.
Grealish also had 168 Penalty Area Touches, Creating 81 Chances (14 Big), also being the most…
…fouled player in the league! Hence he may be denied chances by being fouled.
The Winger would often drift inside to create, allowing Full Backs to overlap and draw out Defenders. Grealish would then attack the space left corner resulting in a devastating pull back…
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I feel if Grealish went to City he’d become a worse asset as he’ll be chucked into Pep Roulette in Attack.
But if he stays at Villa, he’s is a great pick for his creativity and involvement in Villa goals. And with the best first 3 fixtures, he’s definitely one to consider.
📝Honourable Mentions
💎Foden (£8.0)
When he plays, he’s a creative beast. 9 Goals & 8 Assists in 17 Starts is fenomenal. He also had 129 Penalty Area Touches, Creating 36 Chances.
The only negative is Pep Roulette, but if he can nail a spot in the EPL he’ll be a steal!
🔵Pulisic (£8.0)
The Winger was disappointing last season, with only 4 Goals & 3 Assists. But he only played 18 times due to injury, so can be injury prone.
When he does play he’s explosive, with 5 Big Chances Created and 118 touches in the Penalty Area. Early differential!
📜Verdict
🥇Havertz
🥈Son
🥉Grealish
🎯 Mahrez
My favourite is Havertz, who’s set to play OOP and is settled in the Prem. The Goal Threat is high, in my thoughts.
Sonny will either link up great with Kane or lead the line out of position. Great threat and in form…
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If Grealish stays at Villa he’s a fantastic pick, at the heart of every Villa attack. So creative and loves cutting in off the left.
My punt would be Mahrez as he always has a double point haul in him when he plays. If Pep Roulette strikes though it will hurt.
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The Egyptian is the best Captaincy option for 3 GWs and would only not consider giving him the armband in GW3 & 7. Arguably he will be my captain for 6/7 GWs. From that, which are the best Captaincy options in those GWs?
😈 Bruno FernandYES
I will be sticking with Bruno as he is always a possibility of being given the armband, especially when he’s the best option in GW4.
A lot of people are going without Bruno but I think that this removes a great captaincy options and you’ll be made to pay.
As GW1 approaches, our elite panel of creators have each chosen 1 differential player that they think is gonna hit the ground running. Who are you backing as an early differential?
The Newcastle main man is currently owned by 6.2% of managers. He has previously had a good record against West Ham and will be back playing in front of a full crowd which could give them that extra boost.
With Cavani, Sancho and Pogba returning late and Rashford injured, I’d be surprised if Martial doesn’t get the start against Leeds. He’s a very streaky player - catch him in the mood and you could be in for a haul!
Last season’s hero, Bamford was 2nd highest FWD scorer (194). His 17 Goals & 11 Assists superb for his first EPL Season.
The Forwards Goal Threat was strong, with 174 Penalty Touches, taking 95 Attempts in the Box. 32 Big Chances also highlighting his poacher…
…qualities. Also on Pens, Bamford’s looking a great option.
Leeds’ opening fixtures are mixed, getting better from GW7. But Leeds were attacking against any oppo last season. A major downside for me is the price, with £8.0 possibly too much for the Englishman.