Managers eye top Fantasy Premier League transfers for Gameweek 5
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:38 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

As Gameweek 5 of the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League approaches, managers are refining their squads based on player form and upcoming fixtures. Players like James Tarkowski and Joško Gvardiol are highlighted for their potential contributions against relatively favorable opponents. Everton hosts Ipswich Town, while Manchester City welcomes Sunderland, prompting interest in defenders Tarkowski and Gvardiol, respectively. In midfield, Morgan Gibbs-White stands out as Nottingham Forest faces Coventry City, who remain at the bottom of the table. Additionally, Dominic Calvert-Lewin is noted as a strong forward option with recent good form. As deadlines loom, strategizing for optimal transfers is critical for climbing mini-league standings.
- •James Tarkowski targeted for defensive stability against Ipswich Town.
- •Joško Gvardiol recognized for strong form facing Sunderland.
- •Morgan Gibbs-White expected to perform against bottom-ranked Coventry City.
- •Dominic Calvert-Lewin noted for recent scoring against Crystal Palace.
- •Managers advised to act quickly before price changes.
- 10:38 AMYahoo Sports — FPL Gameweek 5 Differential Picks: 10 Players Who Could Haul
- 10:23 AMYahoo Sports — FPL Gameweek 5 Top Transfers: The Best Players to Buy
"As we head into Gameweek 5 of the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season, manager strategy shifts from early-season observation to targeted squad optimization. Favorable fixture swings and rising form assets present the perfect opportunity to use your free transfers to surge up your mini-league standings. Whether you are restructuring your defense or looking for explosive […]
"Gameweek 5 is here, and while most Fantasy Premier League managers will be focused on the obvious names, there are plenty of lower-owned players who could make a serious difference this weekend. The early-season FPL template is beginning to take shape, with players such as João Pedro, Morgan Rogers, Pascal Groß and Maxim De Cuyper […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 10:38 AMFPL Gameweek 5 Differential Picks: 10 Players Who Could Haul
Gameweek 5 is here, and while most Fantasy Premier League managers will be focused on the obvious names, there are plenty of lower-owned players who could make a serious difference this weekend. The early-season FPL template is beginning to take shape, with players such as João Pedro, Morgan Rogers, Pascal Groß and Maxim De Cuyper […]
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 10:23 AMFPL Gameweek 5 Top Transfers: The Best Players to Buy
As we head into Gameweek 5 of the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League season, manager strategy shifts from early-season observation to targeted squad optimization. Favorable fixture swings and rising form assets present the perfect opportunity to use your free transfers to surge up your mini-league standings. Whether you are restructuring your defense or looking for explosive […]
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