FPL Gameweek 27 Gold Rush: Top Players Set to Deliver Maximum Points
With the conclusion of the season's initial double gameweek, Fantasy Premier League managers can return to standard planning routines.
Arsenal's twin fixtures against Brentford and Wolverhampton Wanderers, both resulting in disappointing stalemates for the league leaders, required some strategic adjustments, but focus now shifts to a conventional round of matches.
Several crucial encounters await across the division this weekend, particularly in the title race, with substantial points available over three days of compelling action.
Below are the top FPL selections for Gameweek 27.
Goalkeepers
Goalkeepers
Quality goalkeeper choices are limited this gameweek. Challenging matchups for Arsenal and Manchester City will compel managers to seek alternatives when considering goalkeeper transfers.
Looking toward Chelsea's Robert Sánchez (£4.9m) might prove wise, with the Spanish keeper facing toothless strugglers Burnley (H). The Blues encounter a notably difficult schedule following the Clarets' visit, but Sánchez represents a solid short-term gamble.
Following consecutive battles with Arsenal and Liverpool, Sunderland's Robin Roefs (£4.9m) returns to consideration against Fulham (H). The position's third-highest scorer, he follows the Cottagers' arrival with fixtures against Bournemouth (A), Leeds United (A) and Brighton & Hove Albion (H).
Brentford's Caoimhín Kelleher (£4.6m) stands out as the premier budget choice, with the Bees demonstrating considerable resilience under Keith Andrews. An excellent penalty stopper and shot-stopper generally, the Irish keeper faces Brighton (H) this weekend and avoids any fixture rated above three difficulty until Gameweek 34.
Defenders
Defenders
As noted, Chelsea defensive players aren't ideal long-term investments considering their approaching fixture difficulty, but Trevoh Chalobah (£5.8m) represents an outstanding candidate for substantial returns in GW27. At a significantly lower cost, Wesley Fofana (£4.4m) offers appeal for the Burnley encounter, while adventurous managers might choose Reece James (£5.6m) despite uncertain playing time.
Though not an easy fixture for Man City, who meet Newcastle United (H) on Saturday, Nico O'Reilly's (£4.9m) return to midfield makes him intriguing. He found the net against Fulham recently and secured a clean sheet for 13 points total.
Virgil van Dijk (£5.9m) produced an enormous 17-point return against Sunderland previously and Liverpool's forthcoming fixture list makes him attractive given his offensive threat and defensive reliability potential. Though the Reds can't be completely trusted for clean sheets, they visit Nottingham Forest (A) this weekend, before hosting West Ham United (H) and traveling to Wolverhampton Wanderers (A).
Nordi Mukiele (£4.6m) and Omar Alderete (£4.1m) serve as solid budget enablers for Sunderland, while Gabriel (£7.1m) stays essential for Arsenal despite his midweek mistake and upcoming North London Derby at Tottenham Hotspur (A).
Midfielders
Midfielders
Newcastle will show tiredness after their Wednesday evening journey to Azerbaijan and Antoine Semenyo (£8.0m) can capitalize fully. A certain starter for the Citizens, he's recorded four goal involvements in his previous six encounters with the Magpies.
Manchester United encounter a challenging contest with Everton (A) on Monday evening but Bruno Fernandes (£9.8m) and Bryan Mbeumo (£8.6m) remain excellent choices for managers. The Portuguese midfielder is more integral to United's overall play, while the Cameroonian poses a greater scoring threat.
Liverpool's favorable fixture sequence reopens opportunities for Florian Wirtz (£8.4m). Despite disappointing managers early this campaign, the German has discovered rhythm and now delivered four double-digit returns since Christmas.
Morgan Rogers (£7.6m) provides such reliable output for Aston Villa, who should feel confident about scoring at least once versus Leeds (H). The English midfielder starts every match as Unai Emery's preferred player.
Though his minutes remain carefully managed, Cole Palmer (£10.6m) warrants consideration. 32 points over his last two appearances represents a remarkable total, though it's noteworthy that three of his four goals came from penalties.
Forwards
Forwards
João Pedro (£7.7m) has been absolutely unstoppable under Liam Rosenior and has profited from Chelsea's kind fixture run. He's accumulated 48 points over his previous five appearances and appears ready to dismantle Burnley's porous defense.
Having formed an impressive combination with Wirtz, Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitiké (£8.9m) merits selection in upcoming weeks. He possesses explosive capability, as demonstrated by his 13-point return in Gameweek 24.
Despite carrying an injury concern, Erling Haaland (£14.9m) stays essential for long-term planning, particularly following two goals and one assist in his recent two appearances.
Igor Thiago (£7.0m) has provided steady points throughout this season and Brentford's approaching meeting with Brighton presents another scoring opportunity.
Those willing to take risks might consider Jørgen Strand Larsen (£6.1m]. He netted twice for Crystal Palace in their surprising loss to Burnley and meets former team Wolves (H) this weekend as he aims to continue his well-taken double.
When Is the FPL Gameweek 27 Deadline?
When Is the FPL Gameweek 27 Deadline?
Without Friday evening football or early Saturday kickoff, the FPL GW27 deadline occurs at 1:30 p.m. GMT (8.30 a.m. ET, 5.30 a.m. PT) on Saturday, Feb. 21.