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Defenders
Picking defenders based on upcoming fixtures is important as easier fixtures increase chances of keeping clean sheets. Having the right backline at the right time can help boost your overall rank considerably!
FPL tagged defenders who play out of position are gems in the fantasy world. Jeffrey Schlupp of Crystal Palace plays at the left wing for Crystal Palace, despite being marked as a defender in FPL. At 4.4, he could be a great steal, having scored 2 goals recently. The Eagles also have a favourable run of fixtures at Selhurst Park, where their defence is particularly solid.
Another addition to the out-of-position defender is Ricardo Pereira, who was deployed as a left winger for Leicester City in their away game against Everton. Pereira not only assisted Vardy in the lone goal of the game, but also racked up a clean sheet and maximum bonus points.
Sead Kolasinac may be part of a leaky Arsenal defence, but is highly effective owing to his attacking returns and knack to rack up bonus points. He's got bonus points in 4 games out of the 10 he's featured in, and surprisingly Arsenal didn't even keep a clean sheet in 3 of these 4 games!
Liverpool has conceded just 8 goals so far this season, and this makes it hard to look past Dejan Lovren (4.9) and Trent Alexander-Arnold (5.1). The latter is especially exciting, owing to his set piece duties for the club.
Manchester United seem rejuvenated under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Luke Shaw has been impressive following his return from injury. 4.9 million is an attractive price for the United defender, especially considering that they have relatively easy fixtures coming up.
Goalkeepers
Until Matt Ryan's return from international duty, David Button of Brighton could be a good shout if you're looking for a short-term addition to your squad at a mere 4.0 million.
Cardiff's Neil Etheridge is the second-highest scoring goalkeeper this season and is truly a steal at his price tag of 4.5 million. With a neat run of fixtures on the horizon, the Cardiff man could bring some valuable saves and bonus points to add to your tally.
