As Gameweek Seven approaches, Brighton and Chelsea players emerge as potential must-haves, yet their upcoming fixtures against Liverpool and Manchester City raise concerns about optimal timing for their inclusion.

This weekend’s derby against Crystal Palace at home offers a favorable matchup; however, it may not warrant drastic changes to your lineup. Prioritizing De Cuyper (£5.1m) as a defender seems wise amidst the uncertainty.

Bruno Fernandes (£11.9m), owned by a third of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers, has struggled, recording five blanks in six games. His performance makes him an easy candidate for transfer. Bukayo Saka (£9.6m) from Arsenal and Cole Palmer (£9.7m) from Chelsea present solid replacement options.

While Manchester United defenders might be worth shipping out, holding onto Bryan Mbeumo (£7.9m) could be beneficial; he ranks 10th among midfielders with 33 points this season, making him more of a hold than a buy.

Under the guidance of Xabi Alonso, Chelsea appears poised to score multiple goals weekly, making Joao Pedro (£7.8m) a likely must-have. Choosing between Palmer and Morgan Rogers (£7.9m) depends on budget and expectations regarding penalties and set-piece goals, with Palmer likely benefitting the most.

For those still holding a chip, the likelihood of a double gameweek before Gameweek 19 seems slim. Erling Haaland has three crucial home fixtures before year-end, including matches against Ipswich, Fulham, and Hull, where scoring opportunities abound.