Listen "GW 24: Embracing Uncertainty"
Episode Synopsis
Bournemouth have become somewhat of a juggernaut of late, and FPL managers have the tricky task of weighing three fantastic budget midfielders in Semenyo, Kluivert, and Ouattara. Each of them have their own pros and cons, but which one tickles your fancy? After discussing whether transferring Mbeumo in for Gordon is a good idea, we also devise a brand new, state-of-the-art metric (read: questionable numerical manipulation) to decide whether to play Gabriel against Man City or Ben Johnson against Southampton. But the question at the forefront of most managers’ minds is whether or not to triple captain Salah ahead of away trips to a high-flying Bournemouth and a resolute Everton. On top of the tricky fixtures on paper, it seems like Salah has, in classic Salah fashion, begun to tail off in the second half of the season. But given the new Assistant Manager chip—which will prevent managers from using any other chips while it’s in effect—is now simply the best time to get the Triple Captain “out of the way,” all things considered? The more we talk, the more we realize that it might not be possible to reach a satisfying conclusion…
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