Saving on goalkeeping frees up money for more expensive profiles in midfield/attack. The difference between top and bottom is often small, and saves + bonus can equalize a lot. Either choose one stable set-and-forget (4.5-5.0M) or rotate with two cheap ones.
Quick overview
- 4.0M: No sure starters.
- 4.5M: This is where the value lies (Kelleher, Petrovic, Areola, Sá, possibly Perri/Verbruggen).
- 5.0m: Safe set-and-forget shelf (Sels, Sánchez, Henderson, Vicario).
- Strategy: Plan for your Wildcard (often early in the season) and keep an eye on late transfer/injury info.
FPL 4.0 million. Goalkeepers
| Spiller | Club | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Dúbravka | (possibly Burnley) | Uncertain | Only interesting for transfers to entry-level jobs. |
| Antonin Kinsky | Tottenham | Reserve | Talent – hardly first choice from the start. |
| Karl Darlow | Leeds | Reserve | Only relevant in case of injury/loss of form for the first keeper. |
Conclusion: Use 4.0 as a cheap backup. Follow news closely if a starter appears.
FPL 4.5 million. Goalkeepers
| Spiller | Club | Expected status | Why choose? | Risks & Risks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caoimhín Kelleher | Brentford | First choice | Good 4.5 profile with rescue potential. | Tough home games at times. |
| Đorđe Petrovic | Bournemouth | First choice | Good rotation partner; solid home matches at times. | Fluctuating defense against top opposition. |
| Alphonse Areola | West Ham | First choice | Many saves, attractive in rotation. | Unstable team shape. |
| José Sá | Wolves | First choice (current) | Bonus friendly, good stretches in the program. | Transfer rumors/form. |
| Lucas Perri | Leeds | First choice (if fit) | Raises with a nice defensive structure. | Fitness/adaptation to PL. |
| Bart Verbruggen | Brighton | First choice | Better run later in the fall. | Early rounds can be mixed. |
FPL 5.0 million. Goalkeepers
| Spiller | Club | Profile | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matz Sels | Nottingham Forest | Rescue strong, bonus friendly | You who want a solid floor. |
| Robert Sánchez | Chelsea | Cheap access to a strong defense | The “set and forget” approach. |
| Dean Henderson | Crystal Palace | Stable output, low ownership share | Differential managers. |
| Guglielmo Vicario | Tottenham | Potential under new seasonal setup | Patient managers (watch the first rounds). |
Strategy: rotation of two cheap (4.5-5.0)
Purpose: Avoid the worst fixtures and chase saves/bonus.
Recommended combinations
- Kelleher (BRE) + Petrovic (BOU ) – Cheap, flexible duo with decent coverage.
- Areola (WHU) + Kelleher (BRE) – Areola covers early “tricky” spots well.
Benefits and advantages
- Higher chance of clean sheets round-to-round
- More saves and bonus opportunities
Disadvantages
- Requires planning
- Risk of choosing the wrong one on the day
Fantasy League recommends
Set-and-forget
- Matz Sels (5.0)
- Robert Sánchez (5.0)
- Alternatively: Đorđe Petrovic (4.5), José Sá (4.5), Bart Verbruggen (4.5)
Rotation (4.5 + 4.5)
- Kelleher + Petrovic
Budgetmax (8.5 million)
- Kelleher (4.5) + Valdimarsson (4.0)
(Club backup provides security, but no rotation.)
Checklist before the deadline
- Confirm starting goalkeepers (press conferences/team setup).
- Double check injuries/transfers.
- Only look 4-6 rounds ahead for fixtures + your expected Wildcard.
- Decide: set-and-forget (least time) or rotation (higher ceiling, more planning).
Want to minimize risk: choose a 5.0 set-and-forget (Sels/Sánchez).
Want to maximize value: go 4.5 with Kelleher and/or Petrovic – possibly in rotation with Areola.
Keep the plan simple, follow news closely, and use your Wildcard to adjust later.
