Five games in, the Premier League is already revealing title doubts, transition pains and early surprises.
A full Premier League Matchday 5 review before the season’s first international break arrived.
Gameweek 5 brings tough fixtures, narrow margins and several scorelines that look set to be closely fought.
Our narrow GW5 preference is King, but Calafiori’s attacking involvement and clean-sheet route keep the choice close. Check minutes and formation before benching either.
Lean towards Groß if both midfielders are in your squad. Compare his attacking involvement and set pieces with Sangaré’s defensive contributions and shorter minutes sample.
Check your bench and the gap before GW6 before selling João Pedro. Compare a temporary replacement with a longer hold, and keep the route back affordable.
Haaland leads our GW5 captaincy choices against Sunderland. Gibbs-White offers an alternative against Coventry, with equal-minute attacking data to compare.
Tavernier offers stronger early attacking numbers at £6.1m. Dewsbury-Hall has the immediate fixtures. Here is how to choose for your squad.
Fulham away and Spurs at home give United midfield owners a reason to hold. A Fernandes sale needs a clear plan for the money and the...
Muharemović needs GW6 cover, Scott has a later entry point, and Janelt saves £1.1m. Check the next three starting XIs before spending a transfer.
