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DREAM TEAM managers need to complete their transfers for Gameweek 31 ahead of the 11am deadline on Saturday.
As per usual, the spotlight is on the double games, featuring seven teams set to play twice: Arsenal, Aston Villa, Tottenham, Manchester United, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle.
Before we dive into some underrated differentials, it’s crucial to note that the standout star players from these teams should take priority, especially: Cole Palmer (£5.4m), Bruno Fernandes (£7m), Alexander Isak (£6.2m), and Morgan Rogers (£4.2m).
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Mikel Merino (£4.4m)
Bukayo Saka (£6.6m) should also be a priority if he’s fit—considering he limped off the field during the midweek clash against Real Madrid.
Free-kick specialist Declan Rice (£4.5m) is another excellent choice when he’s available.
We’re spotlighting Merino due to his low ownership of just 1.2%, despite amassing 75 points in his last ten matches.
Listed as a midfielder in Dream Team, the Spaniard has been deployed as an improvised striker due to an injury crisis.
Manager Mikel Arteta has seen remarkable results, with Merino scoring six goals at a rate of one every 132 minutes since assuming this role.
For Gaffers who include the 28-year-old in their squads, it’s akin to bringing in an extra forward—an innovative yet completely valid strategy.
Jacob Murphy (£3.8m)
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A rare double Gameweek for Newcastle presents additional opportunities for Dream Team managers.
While Isak is a deserving first pick, with consecutive home matches for the Magpies, doubling up on their attacking assets might be beneficial.
Murphy netted two goals against Leicester, achieving a season-high of 16 points.
Overall, the long-serving winger has contributed to ten goal involvements over his last 16 outings.
As one of the most in-form midfielders by the numbers, Murphy (with an ownership of 1.3%) offers an enticing differential ahead of the fixtures against Manchester United and Crystal Palace at St. James’ Park.
Jean-Philippe Mateta (£4.3m)
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Crystal Palace is one of just three teams with four matches scheduled in the next two Gameweeks, with only Liverpool accumulating more points in the Premier League this year.
In short, it’s an ideal time to back the Eagles.
While we have previously mentioned Daniel Munoz (£5.4m) and Eberechi Eze (£4.7m), who are both justifiably popular, Mateta’s 3.9% ownership rate seems surprisingly low for a striker who has scored nine goals in his last 13 matches.
Granted, his upcoming fixtures against Manchester City and Newcastle will be tough, but he’s presently among the league’s top finishers.
Youri Tielemans (£3.9m)
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Predicting Unai Emery’s starting lineup against Southampton this weekend proves to be tricky.
Aston Villa is currently down 3-1 on aggregate to PSG in the Champions League quarter-finals, with the second leg looming on Tuesday.
It’s reasonable to expect that they may rest key players against the already-relegated Saints, focusing instead on overcoming the French giants.
Nevertheless, Tielemans has been a consistent presence all season, starting every league game and European match.
The Belgian midfielder is the current leader in Dream Team bonus points, totaling 49 so far.
A standout 15-point return in Gameweek 30 (from two assists) has underscored his potential to Dream Team managers.
While Rogers is likely a top selection, combining with Villa midfielders could work well this month.
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