Gameweek 27 of the Premier League season marks another high-stakes stretch for FPL managers.
With rotation risks heating up, injuries mounting, and European schedules messing with starting lineups, targeting high-floor players in favorable matchups is the name of the game.
Below are our top FPL player picks for GW27—featuring must-start stars, mid-tier value picks, and savvy sleepers. Make sure your roster is set before the deadline.
Goalkeeper
Alphonse Areola (£4.8m — West Ham vs. Bournemouth)
Areola stands out as a premier value play at goalie for GW27.
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Ham’s home matchup offers a legitimate shot at a clean sheet, especially against a Bournemouth squad that tends to go cold on the road.
Areola’s elite shot-stopping ability also gives him a high ceiling for save points, making him a safe bet even if he gives up a goal.
Defenders
Gabriel Magalhães (£7.1m — Tottenham vs. Arsenal)
Gabriel remains a blue-chip asset thanks to Arsenal’s lockdown defense and his constant threat on set pieces.
With Tottenham struggling for form lately, this is a prime clean-sheet opportunity. He also remains a top-tier candidate for bonus points.
Marc Guéhi (£5.2m — Manchester City vs. Newcastle)
Guéhi has hit the ground running since joining Manchester City. While City’s deep roster always carries a rotation risk, Guéhi’s arrival provides fresh legs and stability in the middle of the defense.
Smart managers will want to buy in now while his stock is rising.
Nordi Mukiele (£4.6m — Sunderland vs. Fulham)
Mukiele has become a trendy “budget” pick this season after signing with the newly promoted Sunderland. He brings veteran leadership and versatility to the table—capable of playing center back or sliding out to the wing—giving him multiple paths to fantasy points.
James Tarkowski (£5.7m — Everton vs. Manchester United)
Tarkowski is the definition of a “set it and forget it” defender. Unlike the stars at big clubs who might get benched for rest, Tarkowski is a lock for 90 minutes every week.
He is the anchor of Everton’s defense and a reliable source of consistent minutes.
Midfielders
Bukayo Saka (£9.8m — Tottenham vs. Arsenal)
Saka is a perennial All-Star in FPL. Arsenal’s current hot streak makes him an essential start, and his role as the primary penalty taker ensures he’s always involved in the scoring. He’s a top-tier captaincy choice for GW27.
FPL managers, however, will want to keep an eye on the Arsenal wide man who was forced off against Wolves.
Phil Foden (£8.2m — Manchester City vs. Newcastle)
Foden could be a differential pick this gameweek as Manchester City look to capitalise on further dropped points from Arsenal.
Against Newcastle, expect City to dominate time of possession and create plenty of “Grade A” scoring chances as they chase Arsenal in the standings.
His ability to find space and finish makes him one of the best mid-priced values on the board.
Cole Palmer (£10.6m — Chelsea vs. Burnley)
Palmer remains the focal point of the Chelsea offense. His duties on PKs and his role as a playmaker give him a massive weekly floor.
Even in tough matchups, his ability to draw fouls and create chances for his teammates keeps him in the elite tier.
Forwards
Dominic Solanke (£7.2m — Tottenham vs. Arsenal)
Solanke is the undisputed focal point of the Spurs’ attack. If you back Arsenal’s form to continue to slide, then taking a punt on Tottenham’s number nine is the route to go.
Everyone well and truly remembers the Englishman’s brace against title-challenging City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium a few weeks ago. He might perhaps have a similar trick up his sleeves against Spurs’ bitter rivals.
Igor Thiago (£7.0m — Brentford vs. Brighton)
Thiago’s best attribute is his nose for the goal. He’s a physical presence in the box, wins 50/50 balls in the air, and isn’t afraid to pull the trigger—traits that lead to big fantasy days.
He’s been among Brentford’s leaders in shots and chances created lately, proving he can produce even against tough defenses.
Hugo Ekitiké (£8.9m — Nott’m Fotest)
Ekitiké is a stat-sheet stuffer. His involvement in key offensive metrics—shots on goal, touches in the box, and chances created—helps him rack up bonus points when he finds the net.
With a clash against Forest, who only just sacked manager Sean Dyche in gameweek 27, the Liverpool forward looks set to deliver FPL points.
GW27 offers a mix of heavy-hitting captains, offensive-minded defenders, and smart sleepers. Prioritizing players with guaranteed minutes and set-piece duties will be the difference-maker this week. Share your opinion in the comment below.
