25 Feb, 2025

Game Week 27: BigManBakar’s Best Differentials

BigManBakar is back with another edition of his best differential options ahead of game week 27. At crunch time in the season, why not take a few risks.

Game Week 27: BigManBakar’s Best Differentials
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Best differentials to own for Gameweek 27

For our purposes, a differential refers to a player owned by around 15% or less of FPL managers.

 

1) Matheus Cunha (Ownership: 15.3%, Price: £6.9m)

Cunha is one of the few strikers that stand out at the moment. Great fixtures, affordable price, likely penalty duties, nailed-on status, and a Gameweek 29 fixture—he checks all the boxes.

One of his underrated qualities is his bonus appeal; when he registers attacking returns, he often picks up bonus points, making him a potentially explosive pick.

 

2) Jarrod Bowen (Ownership: 6.0%, Price: £7.4m)

Looking for a midfielder? Bowen is a top choice this week. With a favourable fixture list to come including a home fixture against Leicester this week, Bowen must not be ignored.

As West Ham’s talisman and likely penalty taker, he should thrive given his strong expected minutes and upcoming fixtures. Leicester are currently ranked in the bottom three teams for xG conceded this season so chances are that any new owners are rewarded straightaway.

 

3) Joao Pedro (Ownership: 11.2%, Price: £5.4m)

Joao Pedro’s FPL appeal has surged following Welbeck’s injury. If Joao Pedro does indeed start as expected, there are very few strikers who are better this week.

With a decent fixture run, he could become a solid option if he locks down a place in Brighton’s XI.

4) Dango Outtara (Ownership: 5.6%, Price: £5.2m)

 

With upcoming fixtures and current form in mind, it’s essential to consider adding an attacker to your squad, particularly given Bournemouth’s fixtures. Bournemouth’s participation in Gameweek 29 further underlines the importance of having an attacker, especially if you don’t intend to utilize your Free Hit chip.

I recommend Ouattara, a £5.1m midfielder who not only is a guaranteed starter but also operates as a forward for a team that ranks in the top four for expected goals this season. With ownership below 6% among FPL managers, Ouattara presents a valuable differential option for your team.

In his last six league matches, he has recorded five attacking returns while consistently playing close to the full 90 minutes in each game. Given his current form, it’s highly unlikely that he will be left out of the starting lineup.

 

5) Antoine Semenyo (Ownership: 9.0%, Price: £5.7m)

Given their budget-friendly prices, doubling up on Bournemouth attackers could be a clever strategy. With more consistent minutes, Semenyo is a sturdier choice over time.

 

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By: BigManBakar

Last Updated: 25/02