What's Happening?
The recent transfers of Martin Dubravka, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and Marc Guiu between Premier League clubs are expected to significantly influence the strategies of Fantasy Premier League managers for the 2025/26 season. Dubravka has moved to Burnley from Newcastle United, Dewsbury-Hall to Everton from Chelsea, and Guiu to Sunderland on loan from Chelsea. These players have been assigned low price tags, making them attractive options for managers looking to optimize their squads. Dubravka is the only goalkeeper priced at £4.0m expected to start regularly, while Guiu is set to be the cheapest starting forward at £4.5m. Dewsbury-Hall's potential role as a No 10 and his involvement in set-pieces at Everton further enhance his appeal.
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Why It's Important?
These transfers offer Fantasy Premier League managers the opportunity to restructure their squads by investing in low-cost players who are expected to start regularly. This allows managers to allocate more funds to high-performing midfielders and other key positions. The introduction of the defensive contributions metric this season broadens the pool of midfield options, making strategic planning crucial. The ability to use the Bench Boost chip effectively in Gameweek 1 could also be enhanced by these budget-friendly transfers, potentially maximizing points from all 15 players in a squad.
What's Next?
Fantasy managers will likely adjust their strategies to incorporate these players into their squads, focusing on maximizing value and performance. The impact of these transfers will be closely monitored as the season progresses, with managers potentially making further adjustments based on player performance and team dynamics.
