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Fantasy Premier League tips: Last-minute transfers, bargains, captain picks for FPL GW23
FANTASY PREMIER LEAGUE managers need to be quick if they're going to sort their squads out ahead of the GW23 deadline.
Fantasy Premier League bosses are running out of time to organise their team ahead of the weekend’s action.
Injury to FPL favourite Harry Kane has thrown the best-laid plans into doubt with the Tottenham skipper out for six to eight weeks.
Gaffers are rushing to find replacements with Marcus Rashford and Roberto Firmino emerging as likely candidates to take over the goalscoring burden.
Uncertainty surrounding Marko Arnautovic’s future is also prompting sales while Paul Pogba is a man in demand – but who will you sign ahead of GW23?
Top FPL transfer tips
DEF: Nathaniel Clyne (Bournemouth) – £4.4m
Handed his Bournemouth debut against Everton and looks to be set for an extended run in the side, although consistent returns are unlikely due to tough matches on the way.
MID: Michail Antonio (West Ham United) – £6.8m
The midfielder could be set for a run in attack with Javier Hernandez injured and Marko Arnautovic potentially on his way out of the club this month.
A tempting gamble with trips to Bournemouth and Wolves up next.
FWD: Shane Long (Southampton) - £4.7m
A goal and an assist last time out could open the floodgates for Long, who is set to play a central role against Everton with Charlie Austin suspended and Danny Ings doubtful.
However, the Irishman took a knock in the FA Cup against Derby which has cast a doubt over his next appearance.
In-form FPL players
FWD: Marcus Rashford (Manchester United – £7.5m) – 7.6 form
The United frontman has scored in three consecutive Premier League matches and will hope to bag again when Brighton visit Old Trafford.
MID: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool – £13.4m) – 9.8 form
With Harry Kane injured and Son Heung-Min away at the Asian Cup, Salah is the second-hottest FPL property ahead of GW23.
The Liverpool ace has seven goals in his last seven games ahead of today’s clash with Crystal Palace.
MID: Paul Pogba (Manchester United – £8.5m) – 10.8 form
The Frenchman has been electric since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer took over, scoring four goals and providing five assists.
Best-value FPL bargains
MID: Paul Pogba (Manchester United – £8.5m) – 1.3 value
As well as being the most in-form player in FPL, Pogba also provides some of the best value for money due to his relatively cheap £8.5m price tag.
DEF: Ricardo Pereira (Leicester City – £5.3m) – 1.3 value
Consecutive assists have seen the Portuguese defender’s worth skyrocket, so get on board while he’s still cheap.
GKP: Neil Etheridge (Cardiff City – £4.6m) – 1.4 value
Cardiff picked up a much-needed clean sheet last time out, registering their sixth shut-out since the start of the campaign.
Biggest FPL transfer ins and outs
OUT – 5. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal): 204,177
OUT – 4. Callum Wilson (Bournemouth): 204,338
OUT – 3. Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool): 274,388
OUT – 2. Son Heung-Min (Tottenham Hotspur): 445,037
OUT – 1. Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur): 582,417
IN – 5. Leroy Sane (Manchester City): 162,784
IN – 4. Roberto Firmino (Liverpool): 171,428
IN – 3. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): 204,879
IN – 2. Paul Pogba (Manchester United): 306,474
IN – 1. Marcus Rashford (Manchester United): 524,972
Who should I captain in FPL GW23?
Marcus Rashford (Manchester United) vs Brighton & Hove Albion (H)
The England international is a favourite of Solskjaer and is almost certain to start once more, although he could line up out wide if Romelu Lukaku returns.
Raheem Sterling (Manchester City) vs Huddersfield Town (A)
Sterling has been a consistent performer for Pep Guardiola’s side so far this season and should be given the nod against a struggling Huddersfield side.
TOP CHOICE: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) vs Crystal Palace (H)
Currently joint-top of the goalscorer’s chart and likely to add to his tally when Palace visit Anfield.