GW38 - transfers.

Ace2007 wrote: »

So many unknowns going into final game

Does Greenwood, Bruno, Lindelof, Shaw, Cavani play? Most people will have 2/3 of them

Probably uncertainty around 6/7 goal keepers going into Sunday - I believe Meslier won't be playing - some have him for sure.

It sounds like DDG has won the battle and is going to start the EL final, and that Henderson is going to start the league game. If they are rotating keepers, we could see some other rotation too.

Ace2007 wrote: »

Any City asset worth bringing in

I want to bring in Aguero but his fitness is a big worry.

I wonder will Torres get another start as he was the sacrificial lamb after the red card last night. KDB also needs a start before the CL final to get back into rhythm. Sterling needs a run out.

Will see what Antonio does later, if he blanks I might correct the mistake and go back to Bamford for the last game. The final day of the season can sometimes throw up a monster score in one game and of the fixtures listed Leeds at home to Brom with their fans in the stadium for the first time ever in the Premier League would seem like a good game for a final day goal fest. Rodrigo could also be an option.

Other than that if some news came through about City players like Mahrez, Foden, Torres starting Id go for that. Surely they have to turn on the style v Everton before receiving the PL trophy

Son to Grealish is looking likely now.

DCL out for Wood, Iheanacho or Antonio?

Not sure i've ever really gotten a high score in last gameweek even though there have been plenty of goal filled gws over the years.

but1er wrote: »

have you got bamford?

Yes, but benched him this week for his best score in a while and probably have 3 up front on the last day including Kane.

Having best season in 12th season playing this. First year involved in a money league with a 2 point lead going into gw38.

Would love any input in case I'm making an obvious error here

2FT (+1M in the bank) in hand and rival has one FT

Last GW I brought in Greenwood to try and block a differential of his. If I had a bigger lead I'd probably do the same and block 2 more of his differentials but at 3 points it doesn't seem worth it

ATM I haven't a solid plan but Dallas seems like the most obvious one to bring in. I expect he'll bench Digne away to MCI and bring Phillips off the bench.

GK is an obvious weakness for me as Liverpool will almost certainly score so could switch if there's a strong contender. I expect Martinez isn't getting the CS against Chelsea though so maybe not a position where ground would be lost

In Mid will wait and see if there is any hints on the UTD lineup but otherwise can't see a change worth making since we have so many common players, unless I go fck it, throw in a differential and risk a UTD midfield points haul

Up front seems like the most potential for a swing either way. Watkins and Iheanacho did well for me gw37 and could see both getting returns

Last transfers made, crap season and hopefully back to normal soccer next season.

Benteke a doubt for Sunday.

He might want to preserve himself for the Euros now. Palace have nothing to play for, but he does.

http://londonnewsonline.co.uk/crystal-palace-boss-to-assess-duo-ahead-of-liverpool-clash-with-benteke-definitely-an-injury-doubt/

x43r0 wrote: »

Having best season in 12th season playing this. First year involved in a money league with a 2 point lead going into gw38.
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Leno v Brighton might be a worthwhile keeper punt if you want to use one of your 2FT here. Arsenal have tightened up and have something tangible to play off whilst Brighton are poor scorers.
Maybe check with the bookies odds for the most likely clean-sheet.
It's not foolproof though because Guita could concede 3, but make 6 saves and outscore all the keepers who concede 1.

It's a tough spot in general you are in.
You have a tiny lead, have a better core XI imo, and have a lot of his players covered. But if they don't play (Greenwood, Bruno, Shaw etc) he looks to have a better XV with the likes of Lingard and Lowton.
I think at a minimum you have to be prepared to get rid of one of your United blockers, by trying to get an idea of Ole's starting team. Early info would be great.
Dallas definitely looks a plausible move as both a blocker, and a good last day selection in his own right as Leeds seem to be 'on it'.

Currently considering Kane to Firmino.

I have Bruno also who I'd like to move on, becuase I think he'll be rested. I just don't see a decent alternative as I don't have the funds for Mane.

A more boring transfer is just moving Greenwood to Willock, which I may end up doing. Or Veltman to Philps.

Haven't a clue really:pac:

Pepe is interesting alright - his second goal last night was particularly good. Brighton are a bit of a stubborn opponent - part of me would like to pick against a team who have completely given up.

trigger26 wrote: »

Do yis think Bruno/Shae will be rested? Thinking of shipping son but that lad could score double digits no bother. Other thoughts is bringing in Leeds defender for Everton one

Id wait as late as possible to the 2.30pm deadline to see if there is early team news from United. But Dallas in for an Everton defender would seem a no brainer, just cant see Everton having a clean sheet v City whereas Leeds have been keeping clean sheets lately- 4 of them from their last 5 games

x43r0 wrote: »

My god thats a real game of cat and mouse right there. Would say definitely get Dallas in as your rival having him could really punish you and an in form Leeds are playing Brom at home in their first ever Premier League game in front of fans. Leeds could actually run riot in this one.

You could use your second FT to either block him by getting Martinez in or get a keeper with a chance of a clean sheet- Arsenals Leno stands out in that regard

With only 2 points between you your captain pick is absolutely vital. He is likely to go with Bruno or Kane, neither which appears as good as captaining Salah. Bruno could have his minutes limited or even not start at all. Hard to know what we will see from Kane after his dire and disinterested performance last night, no way would I want to captain him again. So he might be forced into Bruno C and Kane VC whereas you captaining Salah definitely seems like an advantage this week.

Finally, (and this goes for everyone in tight races), check your rivals team to see if they have a sneaky chip up their sleeve. I only copped a couple of days ago that my main rival has a bench boost chip left for the final day.
According to LiveFPL loads of players have chips left, below is what has been used so far by players overall
Bench Boost- 52% used
Triple Captain- 69% used
Free Hit- 63% used
https://www.livefpl.net/chips

So there is a fair few unused chips about. Some of it would be dead and abandoned teams but also a good chunk of it has to be players looking to do a final day smash and grab in tight money leagues

I've 2 freebies and no idea what to do with 2nd one. I'm going to bite on Willock in for Jota as a more guaranteed bench is needed for this rotation week upcoming. Tempted to dump Shaw even though I've Digne with a toughie. I'm certain he wont play this weekend.

Ace2007 wrote: »

Pepe has rocked up with 3 goals in last 2 game. Last home game for Arsenal in a desperate season - they might show up. It's a very punty though

Bobby is a good shout though, hard to know what Kane will show up on last day

steve_r wrote: »

Pepe is interesting alright - his second goal last night was particularly good. Brighton are a bit of a stubborn opponent - part of me would like to pick against a team who have completely given up.

I’ve a niggle on me for Auba

I know who 10 of my players are gonna be this week, I just can’t figure out whether to get 11th player this week it’s better to go for a striker like Antonio/Wood to chase the final day goal rushes or if bringing in a defender like Dallas might be better as he has multiple routes to points against a West Brom team who may be completely on the beach after the Big Sam announcement.

daheff wrote: »

Aguero

But he had an injury during the week - will this magical go away? last think Aguero wants to do is to pick up an injury keeping him out for months since he hasn't signed with anyone yet.