As we head into Gameweek 19 of the Premier League season, several strong captaincy options stand out based on fixture difficulty, recent form, expert consensus, and projected points.
This week’s best captain picks guide largely targets weaker or newly promoted sides such as Leeds, Burnley, and Wolves, as well as teams with vulnerable defensive records, including Bournemouth.
While Erling Haaland remains the standout “safe” option, there are also intriguing differential choices for managers willing
to take a calculated risk.
Here are our gameweek 19 captain picks…
Erling Haaland (£15.1m) – Manchester City
Erling Haaland remains the template captain pick for Gameweek 19 despite blanking in GW18.
The Norwegian forward continues to be Manchester City’s primary attacking outlet, with the majority of their chances designed around him.
Haaland’s consistency in front of goal, combined with his physical dominance, pace, and lethal finishing inside the box, makes him extremely difficult to contain.
His ability to score multiple goals in a single match, along with his near-guaranteed minutes when fit, provides both safety and explosive upside.
For managers prioritizing reliability, Haaland is once again the standout captain choice this week.
Bukayo Saka (£10.3m) – Arsenal
Bukayo Saka is another strong captaincy option in Gameweek 19. Arsenal’s most reliable attacking player, Saka, continues to be heavily involved in both goals and assists, most recently registering an assist against Brighton.
Operating high up the pitch and trusted with penalty duties, Saka combines creativity with consistent goal threat.
He regularly plays significant minutes in key fixtures and delivers steady returns.
With a tricky home matchup against Aston Villa, which is a must-win if they are to keep their lead at the top, captaining Saka could be worthwhile.
Hugo Ekitike (£9.1m) – Liverpool
Hugo Ekitike emerges as another appealing differential captain pick this gameweek.
Leading the line for Liverpool, he has been in encouraging attacking form, consistently finding dangerous positions and registering shots in the box.
Liverpool’s home fixture against Leeds presents a strong opportunity for attacking returns.
Ekitike’s recent assist against Wolves underlined his growing influence in Liverpool’s attack, and his regular minutes further enhance his appeal.
For managers seeking a captain who can separate them from the template, Ekitike offers genuine upside and the potential for a significant haul.
Morgan Rogers (£7.4m) – Aston Villa
Morgan Rogers is a more speculative but intriguing captain option for Gameweek 19. He has become increasingly involved in Aston Villa’s attacking play, contributing through chance creation and direct goal threat.
Rogers’ pace, creativity, and involvement on set pieces make him a dangerous presence in the final third, offering multiple routes to points.
While riskier than premium options, his relatively low ownership means captaining him could provide a major advantage for managers looking to climb the rankings with a bold differential.
Who will you hand the captain’s armband to in Gameweek 19? Will you stick with a proven premium option or take a gamble on a differential? Share your thoughts and let us know who leads your team this week.
