Fantasy Premier League: Top XI players to buy in your FPL Team for Gameweek 14
The upcoming game week features ten matches distributed evenly across Saturday and Sunday, concluding with a highly anticipated clash between Newcastle United and Manchester United on the first day, followed by the weekend finale, Manchester City versus Tottenham Hotspur.
The team selection for this week holds significant value, especially for those utilizing their Free Hit chip. Additionally, it serves as a valuable benchmark to assess the preparedness of your fantasy football team for the forthcoming game week.
Don’t forget, the deadline for team adjustments is set for Saturday at 13:30 UK Time, so ensure you’re ready to make any necessary changes before then!
Let’s have a look at the Top XI players who could gain you the maximum points for the FPL Gameweek 14.
Caoimhin Kelleher (Liverpool)
Priced at £3.9 million, Caoimhin Kelleher from Liverpool emerges as a potential source of significant value in the absence of Liverpool’s first-choice goalkeeper, Alisson (£5.6m). With Alisson sidelined due to injury, Kelleher is set to take the goalkeeping duties, presenting a favorable opportunity at home against Fulham.
Liverpool’s defensive resilience is evident, having conceded only one goal in their last five Premier League matches at Anfield. This impressive defensive record suggests that Kelleher could swiftly secure a clean sheet in the upcoming weekend, making him an enticing budget-friendly option for Fantasy Premier League managers.
Kieran Trippier (Newcastle)
Priced at £7.0 million, Kieran Trippier from Newcastle stands out as a key player for the upcoming match against Manchester United. The right-back’s proficiency in delivering free-kicks and corners could play a crucial role in Newcastle’s strategy.
Considering Manchester United’s recent defensive vulnerabilities, having conceded 20 shots from set-pieces in the last four Gameweeks, which is the second-worst record in the league, Trippier’s set-piece expertise may prove to be a decisive factor in the encounter. His ability to exploit these situations makes him a noteworthy player for Fantasy Premier League managers to consider for the upcoming fixture.
Oleksandr Zinchenko (Arsenal)
Priced at £5.1 million, Oleksandr Zinchenko from Arsenal emerges as the most-acquired defender in the upcoming Gameweek, garnering the attention of over 133,000 new owners ahead of his home match against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Since securing his first start of the season in Gameweek 4, Zinchenko has accumulated an impressive total of 51 points, ranking second only to Kieran Trippier’s 66 points in the defensive category. This surge in ownership reflects the growing confidence in Zinchenko’s contributions and performance, making him a popular choice among Fantasy Premier League managers for the upcoming fixture.
Ben Mee (Brentford)
Priced at £4.8 million, Ben Mee from Brentford is set to make an impact at both ends of the pitch in the upcoming match against Luton Town. Recently returning from injury, the Brentford center-back has showcased his ability to contribute not only defensively but also in attack.
In the previous season, Mee demonstrated his prowess by combining three goals and two assists while securing an impressive 12 clean sheets. With his well-rounded skill set, Fantasy Premier League managers may find Mee to be a valuable asset, offering both defensive stability and the potential for attacking returns in the upcoming fixture.
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Priced at £13.0 million, Mohamed Salah from Liverpool stands as the highest-scoring player in home matches this season. With an impressive average of 10.5 points per appearance at Anfield, Salah has proven to be a formidable force on his home turf.
In the upcoming fixture, Salah faces Fulham, whose defensive record on the road has been less than stellar. Fulham has conceded 22 big chances away from home, marking the third-worst record in the league. This presents Salah with ample opportunities to capitalize on goal-scoring situations, making him a compelling choice for Fantasy Premier League managers in the forthcoming match.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Bukayo Saka, the Arsenal winger priced at £8.8 million, has proven to be a reliable choice in Fantasy Football this season, with just two blank performances in 12 outings. In the upcoming match, Saka is set to take on Wolves, who have recently conceded a total of five goals in their last two away games against Sheffield United and Fulham.
He maintains a solid form with a rating of 5.0. With an average of 6.6 points per match, he stands in the second position among all midfielders. In Gameweek 13, Saka earned 8 points, contributing to his total of 79 points for the season. Impressively, he has accumulated 10 bonus points.
Saka’s performance is reflected in his ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index, where he holds the second position with a score of 121.7 out of 322. Notably popular among Fantasy managers, he boasts a Team Selected By Percentage (TSB%) of 53.6%, securing the top spot among all midfielders.
Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)
Bryan Mbeumo, valued at £7.0 million, has emerged as a standout performer for Brentford. In the last four Gameweeks, he leads all midfielders with 13 shots, nine of which were taken inside the penalty area, and has had five significant goal-scoring opportunities. Facing Luton in the upcoming match, Mbeumo holds the potential for a substantial points haul, given Luton’s vulnerability, having conceded more shots in the box and big chances than any other team during the same period.
Despite a slightly lower form rating of 3.0, he maintains a respectable average of 5.8 points per match, placing him at the 6th position among midfielders. In Gameweek 13, Mbeumo secured 2 points, contributing to his overall total of 76 points for the season.
Impressively, he has earned a total of 9 bonus points. Mbeumo’s impact is reflected in his ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index, where he ranks 4th among midfielders with a score of 111.3 out of 322. While his Team Selected By Percentage (TSB%) stands at 27.3%, placing him at the 4th position among midfielders.
Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Cole Palmer, priced at £5.3 million, has become Chelsea’s leading point-scorer in Fantasy Football since his inaugural start in Gameweek 7. Notably, he has contributed four goals, and three assists, accumulating a total of 45 points. Palmer’s impressive all-around performance positions him as a key player, particularly in the upcoming home fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Notably, Brighton has struggled to secure a clean sheet throughout the season, emphasizing Palmer’s significant potential for Fantasy points in this encounter.
With a solid form rating of 6.7, he maintains an average of 4.5 points per match, placing him at the 22nd position among midfielders. In Gameweek 13, Palmer secured 2 points, contributing to his overall total of 49 points for the season, including 4 bonus points. His ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index is 65.7, positioning him 31st among midfielders. Palmer’s Team Selected By Percentage (TSB%) stands at 12.3%, placing him in the 12th position among midfielders.
Erling Haaland (Man City)
Erling Haaland, the forward for Manchester City, comes with a price tag of £14.0 million and stands as the top points earner in the league over the last four Gameweeks, amassing an impressive 40 points. His contribution includes five goals and two assists. Haaland is poised for another impactful performance in the upcoming home fixture against Tottenham Hotspur, especially given Spurs’ defensive vulnerabilities with key players absent due to injury and suspension. Another substantial points haul could be in the offing for Haaland in this fixture.
Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)
Ollie Watkins, the key player for Aston Villa priced at £8.5 million, has been a standout performer with seven goals, eight assists, and only three scoreless outings in his 13 league appearances. His versatile skills position him well to capitalize on the weaknesses of AFC Bournemouth.
The upcoming match presents an opportunity for Watkins to exploit Bournemouth’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly as they have conceded 69 shots inside the box in home matches, marking the second-worst record in the league.
With a solid form rating of 4.3, he maintains an impressive average of 6.5 points per match, placing him at the second position among forwards. In Gameweek 13, Watkins secured 5 points, contributing to his overall total of 85 points for the season, including 9 bonus points. His ICT (Influence, Creativity, Threat) Index is an impressive 118.3, positioning him second among forwards. Additionally, Watkins boasts a Team Selected By Percentage (TSB%) of 43.8%, placing him at the second position among forwards as well.
Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United)
Anthony Gordon, priced at £5.9 million, secures a spot in the Gameweek 14 best XI for Fantasy Premier League due to his impeccable home record in the 2023/24 season. The winger has impressively delivered attacking returns in all seven fixtures at St James’ Park for Newcastle United.
Gordon, ranked as the second top-scoring player in Fantasy for home matches this season, has accumulated 52 points, courtesy of four goals and four assists. In the proposed 3-5-2 formation, he joins the likes of Mohamed Salah (£13.0m), who assumes the captain’s armband, and Erling Haaland (£14.0m), named as the vice-captain. This lineup reflects the strong performances and consistency that Gordon has displayed at home, earning him recognition in the best XI for Gameweek 14.