Players discussed
Erling Haaland
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Kelly Somers: Erling Haaland went crazy last week. None of us triple captained him, but we're still in a good mood.
Julien Laurens: It was a bold move. It was a successful move because the hat trick, although it didn't start that well.
Sam Bonfield: Best decision would have been to triple captain Haaland. He was the highest scoring triple captain ever.
Noni Madueke
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Kelly Somers: Not sure if Madweke can produce consistently, but great performance last week.
Julien Laurens: The problem with Madweke is consistency, he is capable of hat tricks and games where he's completely anonymous.
Cole Palmer
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Sam Bonfield: Cole Palmer had a fantastic match, returning to form after a slow start.
Josko Gvardiol
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Julien Laurens: I brought in Livramento hoping Newcastle defensively would be strong enough, he didn't really go according to plan.
Sam Bonfield: My backline of Saliba, Porro, and Robinson did well, but Bardiel let me down.
Alexander Isak
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Sam Bonfield: Isak has had a tough start, but I'm holding off to see if he bounces back.
Julien Laurens: I think at some point he will score goals, we just need to give it some time.
Ollie Watkins
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Sam Bonfield: I think Olly Watkins should have scored by now, he's second for expected goals underachievers.
Julien Laurens: Watkins had a great run last season and should eventually score goals; it's just a matter of time.
Morgan Rogers
budget
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Sam Bonfield: I think Morgan Rogers is a great investment, a cheap enabler and has shown promise in the first two games.
Emmanuel Dennis
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Sam Bonfield: I think Emmanuel Dennis is a potential option if you're looking for budget forwards.
Julien Laurens: I feel like there's more potential in the team despite the slow start to the season.
Forwards Discussion
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Kelly Somers: We're all curious about how to tackle the forward situation this season.
Julien Laurens: Only six forwards returned this game week; we need reliable strikers.
Sam Bonfield: Big attackers are performing inconsistently but should be given more chances.
Morgan Rogers
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Kelly Somers: Villa's fixtures are changing and I'm looking to scout their players.
Sam Bonfield: I think Villa's players will start performing, especially Morgan Rogers.
Julien Laurens: Rogers has been performing well in his new role; he could be a good pick.
Iwobi
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Kelly Somers: There's potential for a player like Semenyo this week; also options like Iwobi.
Sam Bonfield: I'd consider Iwobi due to his low ownership and current form.
Julien Laurens: Iwobi could be a good differential against Ipswich.
Dominic Solanke
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Sam Bonfield: I think Solanke's injury might not keep him out for long, but we need to monitor it.
Julien Laurens: I’m hoping Solanke will be back soon, so I’m holding him.
Esri Konsa
budget
Julien Laurens: Konsa is a solid player for Villa, he could start more games now due to Cash's injury.
Sam Bonfield: Konsa is another budget option to consider in defense.
Mbeumo
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Sam Bonfield: I like Bryan Mbeumo; he has been performing well and Southampton has been conceding.
Julien Laurens: Mbeumo is undervalued; he could be a fantastic pick this week.