As Fantasy Premier League managers look ahead to Gameweek 25, a clear pattern is emerging among high-ranking teams. Injury uncertainty, upcoming fixture swings and Double Gameweek planning are driving decisive transfer moves — and there’s one outgoing name dominating the market.
Below, we break down the most popular FPL transfer combinations, why they’re happening, and what they tell us about Gameweek 25 strategy.
The 10 most common transfer combinations from the Transfer Analytics tool among top managers this week are:
The headline is clear: Saka is the main sale funding FPL managers’ Gameweek 25 reshuffles.
The move away from Bukayo Saka appears largely precautionary, with rumours suggesting he may not be available until Arsenal face Spurs away in Gameweek 26, following Arsenal’s Double Gameweek 25, as shown in the Fixture Planner.
For those keen to retain Arsenal representation, Declan Rice has emerged as the leading alternative. He offers managers a reliable points floor and ranks second among Arsenal players for projected points over the next two Gameweeks, according to the Predicted Points & Stats tool.
His appeal is further boosted by defensive contributions, involvement in set pieces, and attacking involvement potential from midfield.
With Double Gameweek considerations now central to planning, Rice fits as a safe, structure-friendly move.
Bryan Mbeumo continues to attract interest after scoring twice and collecting four bonus points across the three matches since returning from AFCON. For Fantasy Premier League managers, that blend of role security and form makes him a compelling alternative to Saka without stretching the budget.
Among the cheaper Saka replacements, Enzo Fernández stands out as a strong value option. His price allows managers to reinvest funds elsewhere, while returns of two goals, one assist and three bonus points across his last three matches underline his current form.
Potential penalty responsibilities when Cole Palmer isn’t on the pitch further enhance his appeal, with a favourable run of fixtures ahead against Wolves (A), Leeds (H) and Burnley (H).
Not every top transfer this week revolves around Arsenal. The move from Thiago to João Pedro reflects managers prioritising form and confidence over loyalty, with the Chelsea forward emerging as the most transferred-in player this week, gaining over 600,000 new owners as shown in the Transfer Analytics tool.
João Pedro’s three goals, two assists and eight bonus points across his last three matches make him an increasingly attractive Fantasy Premier League forward heading into Chelsea’s favourable run of fixtures.
Finally, Bruno Fernandes remains the premium safety net for managers adjusting their squads. He also stands out as one of the leading captaincy options this week — a case we explored in detail in our latest top captaincy blog.
For those temporarily moving away from Saka, Fernandes offers captaincy upside, consistency and security — qualities top FPL managers rarely overlook.
The Gameweek 25 transfer trends point to a clear approach among top managers:
It’s a useful reference point whether you’re following the crowd — or looking for the moment to go against it.
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