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Roefs (£4.5m, Sunderland vs Aston Villa)
It is unusual to see a goalkeeper handed the captain’s armband, but Roefs makes a strong case for captaincy in FPL gameweek five.
As the starting keeper for the newly promoted side, he currently ranks second among goalkeepers in total points.
With Aston Villa yet to find the net this season, their upcoming home fixture
presents the perfect chance for Roefs and his teammates to extend their impressive run.
M.Salah (£14.5m, Liverpool vs Everton)
Merseyside Derby! With changes in Liverpool’s attack following recent departures and arrivals, Salah has taken on a new role focused more on finishing than playmaking and dribbling.
This adjustment has allowed him to maintain his scoring form as he enters the later stages of his career. A fully fit Salah, with his clinical finishing, makes for an excellent GW5 captaincy choice in the derby.
Semenyo (£7.5m, Bournemouth vs Newcastle)
Semenyo’s three goals and two assists so far have powered Bournemouth to three wins in their opening four matches, despite the major departures in defence.
The Ghana international has emerged as not only a playmaker and finisher but also the team’s set-piece specialist. Newcastle United will face a stern challenge in trying to contain him this gameweek, making Semenyo a solid gameweek five captain pick.
Pedro (£7.8m, Man Utd vs Chelsea)
Since arriving at Chelsea in the summer, Pedro has adapted seamlessly to his new environment. Manchester United’s three-at-the-back system has looked far from convincing, presenting him with a prime opportunity to extend his scoring form this gameweek.
Pedro currently ranks as the second-highest points scorer among FPL forwards, making him a top choice for captaincy in gameweek five.
FPL Gameweek 5 throws up some tough calls for the armband, and every pick could define your week. Who are you backing as your FPL captain?
