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Liverpool have begun their season with a win against Crystal Palace and a draw against Watford. While the potentially imminent departure of talisman Philippe Coutinho haunts the club, Jurgen Klopp's men will try to be oblivious to the hubbub and mount a challenge for the English Premier League.
The Reds have looked like a menacing force so far, after emphatic performances in their pre-season fixtures, including the routing of Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.
With Liverpool fully intending to surge ahead, here are 5 Liverpool players you should bet on in the Fantasy Premier League this season.
#5 Joel Matip - £5.5
Joel Matip arrived at Anfield only a year ago, but has since been transformed into perhaps the only Liverpool defender we know will start for sure. Matip made 28 appearances for Liverpool last season and the centre-back has transitioned into a fixed piece in a frequently rotated defense line.
The Cameroon International has started both of Liverpool's games this season and could become a permanent fixture for the rest of the season. In the Fantasy Premier League, Matip garnered a total of 97 points last season and could do even better this season.
The arrival of Andrew Robertson will further enhance the Liverpool defense, making Matip a good pick on your fantasy team. At £5.5, he's a cheaper option than most defenders that play for the Big 6.
#4 Simon Mignolet - £5
Simon Mignolet, Liverpool's first choice goalkeeper, has made a name for himself between the sticks at Anfield. The Belgian footballer is expected to start every English Premier League game for the Reds, unless of course, he gets injured.
In the Fantasy Premier League, Mignolet has been a safe bet, averaging nearly 125 points a season over the last 3 editions.
Despite a slight slump last season, the 29-year old will have a stronger defense line ahead of him this season and could keep plenty more cleansheets than he has so far.
He is also cheaper than goalkeepers from the other big clubs.
#3 Mohamed Salah - £9
Liverpool's newest recruit seems to have hit the ground running at his new club, with impressive performances in his 2 English Premier League appearances, after promising displays in their pre-season fixtures.
The Egyptian winger set the Serie A ablaze last season, scoring 15 goals from 31 appearances for AS Roma. The 25-year-old possesses a proclivity to create chances and is more than capable of converting them as well.
Salah also has English Premier League experience, having been a part of Chelsea's squad for a couple of seasons earlier in his career.
While he hasn't quite excelled in England before, Salah is a completely different player now, having transitioned into a menacing force down the flanks.
Going by his performances for Liverpool so far, Salah is certainly in for a good season and would be a wise pick for your fantasy team. Valued at £9, he's a touch on the expensive side but could prove to be totally worth his price
#2 Sadio Mane - £9.5
Sadio Mane is the true personification of hard work. The 25-year-old toils endlessly to ensure success for his side, and is extremely instrumental in the same. Mane arrived at Anfield just a season ago but has taken no time to settle down.
The Senegalese winger scored 13 goals and assisted 5 more in 29 appearances in all competitions for Liverpool last season, and will look to further his success this season.
Despite missing out on the latter part of the season because of injury, the winger was crowned Liverpool's Player of the season, which is quite a testament of his abilities and importance.
In the Fantasy Premier League, Mane racked up a total of 156 points last season - which is a lot, considering he only played 27 English Premier League games.
Mane has now returned to full fitness and will be at his best this season, making him a popular choice in the Fantasy Premier League.
#1 Roberto Firmino - £8.5
Roberto Firmino has evolved into a clinical out-and-out attacking player at Liverpool. The Brazilian lends invaluable versatility to Jurgen Klopp's side, capable of playing on the wing as well as in the capacity of a striker.
The 25-year old has been in solid form, scoring 11 goals and assisting 7 more for Liverpool last season. Firmino has become a crucial cog in the Liverpool side and can be counted to start each and every game, as long as injuries stay away.
In the Fantasy Premier League, Firmino procured a whopping 180 points last season, and the arrival of Mohamed Salah is bound to ease the pressure on the Brazilian and could proper him towards an even better season this time around.
A popular Fantasy Premier League pick last season, Firmino is expected to remain a favorite this season as well. At a valuation of £8.5, he is far cheaper than most of his counterparts from the big clubs.
Roberto Firmino is what many consider an absolute value-for-money player.
