Fantasy Premier League (FPL) expert FPL Pras has provided insights for managers navigating gameweek six. Despite being the most sold player during the international break, Chelsea forward Joao Pedro remains in about 65% of FPL teams. Pras advises managers to hold onto Pedro unless Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso rules him out completely, citing his points-per-million value and Chelsea's favourable fixture run.
Captaincy choices for the week are proving challenging, with Erling Haaland facing Liverpool away, Cole Palmer at home to Bournemouth, Bukayo Saka at home to Leeds, and Bruno Fernandes at home to Spurs. Pras is leaning towards the safe option of Haaland, noting that if Manchester City score, Haaland is likely to be involved. Fernandes is highlighted as having the best fixture and potential for a high score, though he is less widely owned.
Brighton midfielder Pascal Gross is identified as a strong contender for FPL teams, with his price remaining under ��6m and 47 points already accumulated. He is currently the most-transferred player this week, with approximately 30% ownership. Conversely, Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa is not recommended as a new buy due to a slight niggle from the England camp, though existing owners are advised against selling him.
Fulham's Gonzalo Garcia, priced at £6m, is suggested as a potential pick, especially with the team playing three promoted sides in their next three games. Josh King is another Fulham option, with strong underlying data. Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai is not considered an urgent sell, despite concerns about his role under Andoni Iraola impacting his FPL point-scoring potential.