As we approach Double Gameweek 34, the Premier League title race heats up with Manchester City now leading by a slender two-point margin following recent losses by Arsenal and Liverpool.
This gameweek presents a valuable opportunity to capitalize on players with double fixtures, though some single-game players might also offer lucrative punts.
David Raya (Arsenal) is set to be a popular choice among FPL managers due to Arsenal's robust defense. Dean Henderson (Crystal Palace) also looks promising with favorable home fixtures, and Jose Sa (Wolverhampton) could be a good source of save points. Neto (Bournemouth) might have a lower chance for clean sheets but offers great reflexive save potential. Jordan Pickford (Everton) stands as a viable single-match option given his consistent performances.
Doubling up on Arsenal's defense could be wise, with William Saliba, Gabriel, and Ben White (Arsenal) being the most reliable picks from Mikel Arteta's setup. Tyrick Mitchell's (Crystal Palace) recent performance against Liverpool has boosted his appeal for the double gameweek.
Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) is always a threat from set-pieces and assured of minutes, though his fitness post-Europa League should be monitored. Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) has returned strong with two assists against Manchester United, making him Bournemouth's top defensive asset. Rayan Aït-Nouri (Wolverhampton), if fit, offers both defensive solidity and attacking returns.
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) remains a strong candidate for the triple captain chip despite his recent blank, as his historical performance suggests a bounce-back. Cole Palmer (Chelsea) has emerged as possibly the FPL asset of the season following a four-goal haul.
Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz (Arsenal) are key figures in Arsenal's attack. Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise (Crystal Palace) could exploit vulnerabilities in West Ham's and Newcastle's defenses. Pablo Sarabia (Wolverhampton) presents a budget-friendly differential. Ben Brereton Diaz (Sheffield United) also stands out as a potential point scorer in his double fixtures.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle) continues to be the go-to player for Newcastle in the season's second half. Dominick Solanke (Bournemouth) remains one of the Premier League's top scorers and has a double gameweek ahead.
Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton) may be out for this gameweek after Wolver press-conference so be aware. Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace) is an appealing budget option, leading the attack under Glasner's new setup. Darwin Núñez (Liverpool), although sharp, might see reduced minutes with Diogo Jota's return.
As FPL managers make their selections for Double Gameweek 34, weighing the potential of double gameweek players against the form and fixture difficulty of single-match players will be key. Strategic choices and timely use of chips could significantly impact league standings.
Good luck to all managers as they navigate this critical gameweek!
The DEADLINE is on Saturday (20/04/2024) at 13:30 PM UK Time, so be ready!