FPL Gameweek 3: Transfer Trends & Analytics

The Transfer Analytics tool is revealing some fascinating trends among Fantasy Premier League managers ahead of Gameweek 3.

With Cole Palmer topping the “transfers out” charts, managers are scrambling for replacements — and we’re also seeing big moves for in-form budget forwards and premium upgrades.

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Top FPL Transfer Combinations for Gameweek 3

The most popular moves this week are heavily dominated by managers selling Palmer:

• Palmer ➝ Semenyo (3.5%) – The standout transfer. Semenyo has started strong with 2 goals, 1 assist, and 21 points, while Palmer missed Gameweek 2 with a groin injury.
  
• Palmer ➝ Kudus (2.8%) – Kudus offers explosive potential at his new club Spurs, already on 13 points ahead of a kind run of fixtures.
  
• Palmer ➝ Cunha (2.3%) – A tactical switch, with Cunha showing strong underlying stats despite limited returns.
  
• Watkins ➝ Haaland (2.2%) – A big upgrade move. Haaland has already scored twice, while Watkins has disappointed with just 4 points.
  
• Palmer ➝ Johnson (2.1%) – Johnson and Spurs have a favourable run of fixtures coming up, making him a popular replacement.

Top FPL Transfers Out

It’s no surprise that Palmer is the most transferred-out player, with 1.4m sales. Other major exits include:

• Frimpong – 735k sales, is sidelined until after the international break.
  
• Saka – 653k, also out injured.
  
• Aït-Nouri – 504k, currently flagged and unavailable.
  
• Wirtz – 451k, facing Arsenal and has an underwhelming start to the season.
  
• Watkins – 402k, despite Palace at home.
  

Top FPL Transfers In

On the flip side, here are the players FPL managers are rushing to bring in:

• Semenyo (+765k) – The top transfer in, away at Spurs this weekend.
  
• João Pedro (+729k) – Returns to favour with Fulham at home.
  
• Richarlison (+570k) – Attractive pick with Bournemouth at home.
  
• Wood (+557k) – In form and facing a struggling West Ham.
  
• Ekitiké (+537k) – A great forward option for now, but will things change if Isak signs.
  
• Johnson (+499k) – Boosted by favourable fixtures.
  
• Kudus (+462k) – Direct beneficiary of Palmer sales.
  

Key Takeaways for FPL Gameweek 3

Gameweek 3 transfers are being shaped almost entirely by Palmer’s injury. Semenyo, Kudus, Cunha, and Johnson are the most common replacements, while Haaland remains the premium upgrade target.

With so many managers making the same transfers, the real question is whether to follow the crowd — or back a differential that could give you the edge in mini-leagues. Check out our Top 5 Differentials article for Gameweek 3 to see which under-the-radar picks could separate you from the pack.

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