In recent weeks, several midfielders have delivered exceptional performances in fantasy football, including Bournemouth’s Justin Kluivert, who grabbed the spotlight by scoring three penalties in Gameweek 13. But the big question is: who should we target for big returns in the upcoming weeks?
In this article, we’ll review the statistics and performances of some midfielders who could make a significant impact from now until the end of the year. After analyzing the latest data, we’ll share the best options expected to provide substantial points in Premier League fantasy.
Review of Midfielder Performances from Gameweeks 12-15
Before diving into the best options for the upcoming gameweeks, let’s take a look at how some midfielders performed in previous gameweeks:
- Bukayo Saka: 2 goals, 4 assists, 36 points.
- Martin Ødegaard: 1 goal, 1 assist, 19 points.
- Kaoru Mitoma: 2 goals, 23 points.
- Pedro Neto: Limited minutes (175 minutes) with no attacking returns, 4 points.
- Morgan Rogers: 1 goal, 14 points.
Summary: Bukayo Saka was the standout performer, while Pedro Neto struggled due to limited playing time.
Top Midfield Picks
Son Heung-min (£9.8m) – Tottenham (Ownership: 5.1%)
Key Stats:
- Expected Goals (xG): 0.31 per 90 minutes.
- Expected Assists (xA): 0.38 per 90 minutes.
- 25 chances created, 62 touches in the penalty area.
Predictions:
Despite inconsistent form, Son has the opportunity to shine in upcoming fixtures against Southampton, Liverpool, Nottingham Forest, and Wolverhampton.
Jarrod Bowen (£7.4m) – West Ham (Ownership: 6.8%)
Key Stats:
- 37 shots on target.
- 35 chances created, with a total xA of 3.81.
- 76 touches in the penalty area.
Predictions:
Bowen could deliver big returns, especially with West Ham’s upcoming fixtures against Brighton and Southampton.
Anthony Gordon (£7.2m) – Newcastle (Ownership: 8.7%)
Key Stats:
- 25 shot attempts.
- 29 chances created, with an xA of 2.56.
Predictions:
With a favorable fixture schedule, Gordon could be an ideal pick for attacking points.
Budget-Friendly Options
Enzo Fernandez (£5m) – Chelsea (Ownership: 6%)
Key Stats:
- 13 shot attempts.
- 21 chances created, with an xA of 2.41.
Predictions:
Enzo stands out as a strong budget option, especially with Chelsea’s fixtures free from matches against top teams.
Amad Diallo (£5.1m) – Manchester United (Ownership: 7.2%)
Key Stats:
- 12 shot attempts.
- 23 successful progressive passes.
- xA of 1.29.
Predictions:
Diallo could rack up good points from key passes, particularly with United’s favorable fixtures.
Honorable Mention
Bilal El Khannous (£4.8m) – Leicester City: Showing promise under Ruud van Nistelrooy’s leadership but needs more time to ensure consistent performance.
Conclusion
The above-listed options offer strong opportunities to bolster your fantasy Premier League team. Choose wisely, and good luck climbing the ranks in your mini-league!
