FPL Gameweek 10: Key Picks, Fixture Runs and Injury Updates

FPL Gameweek 10 brings a crowded set of decisions: Bournemouth’s winning run has made Evanilson the week’s most-bought player, defenders are drawing more attention, and Arsenal host Hull City. Managers have until 18:30 GMT on Friday 6 November to make transfers and set their teams, 90 minutes before the first match.

For team news, projections and further analysis, see the Gameweek 10 guide. Fantasy Football Scout’s Stats Centre also includes points projections and defensive contribution (DefCon) data.

Form and fixtures shape the shortlist

Bournemouth have won three consecutive matches without conceding, while Evanilson (£6.4m) has scored in four straight games. That combination has put him at the top of this week’s transfer list. Marcus Tavernier (£6.6m) is becoming a regular in popular squads, and Rayan (£6.3m) continues to feature among players whose underlying goal threat suggests a return could be close.

The potential return of Eli Kroupi Junior (£7.3m) raises a practical question for managers: how might his minutes affect Bournemouth’s other attackers? Nicolas Jackson (£7.0m) and Jan Paul van Hecke (£5.0m) also stand out for pairing current form with appealing fixtures. Van Hecke arrives after scoring 15 points against Crystal Palace; Liverpool now face the same opponent. Alexander Isak (£9.2m) and Liverpool’s midfield options are also in focus this week.

Gameweek projections cover clean-sheet prospects, expected goals, attacking returns and DefCon points. Friday morning’s buy, keep or sell figures offer another view of player demand, while predicted starting line-ups can help managers assess rotation risk across all 20 Premier League teams.

Arsenal picks and potential differentials

All four members of the Scout Squad have backed Thierno Barry (£5.6m) and Morgan Rogers (£8.2m) as players with strong prospects. The weekly Scout Picks go further on Arsenal, selecting three players for the club’s home match against Hull City.

Christos Tzolis (£6.1m), another Arsenal option, is among three suggested differential picks. The Scout Picks can serve as a useful reference for managers considering a broad set of changes, though each choice still needs to fit the rest of the squad and its budget.

Is a five-defender setup worth considering?

Recent performances have revived the case for spending more on defence and starting more defenders. Van Hecke and Antonio Silva (£5.1m) have impressed, while Silva and Tarik Muharemovic (£5.1m) have each reached six DefCon hauls. Maxim De Cuyper (£5.4m) and Luka Vuskovic (£5.2m) were part of Brighton and Hove Albion’s fifth clean sheet in six matches.

Three Pro Pundits have outlined their preferred five-man defences. Silva, Vuskovic and Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes (£8.0m) appear in all three selections, and Gabriel is also included in both published Gameweek 10 Wildcard drafts. That makes a defence-heavy approach a live option, especially for managers whose current back line offers reliable minutes.

Team news: Konsa and Gross

Ezri Konsa (£4.8m) was withdrawn in midweek with “some issues”, but has since been passed fit. His appeal rests partly on the uncertainty around Aston Villa’s other defenders: Riccardo Calafiori (£5.9m) has recently been rotated, while William Saliba (£5.9m) is recovering from injury. Managers should still check the latest team news before the deadline.

Brighton midfielder Pascal Gross (£6.2m) carries a separate risk: he is one booking away from suspension. A likely starting role and attractive fixtures may appeal, but the disciplinary threshold belongs in the decision.

Captaincy and final checks

Captaincy choices are covered in Fantasy Football Scout’s Captain Sensible guide, alongside projections from its Rate My Team algorithm. Managers looking for a second opinion can also review the Gameweek 10 teams revealed by FPL General, a three-time top-500 finisher, and Hall of Famer Dan Wright.

Before the 18:30 GMT deadline, check confirmed line-ups and injury updates, then weigh Bournemouth’s momentum against Arsenal’s home fixture and the growing appeal of dependable defenders.