GW11 Preview: Gabriel's Unstoppable Form & Why You Must Sell Kudus Now

Welcome back to your essential FPL briefing! Thanks for being part of the Who Got The Points community. Gameweek 10 delivered some massive hauls and even bigger headaches. With the GW11 deadline hitting Saturday, November 8th at 11 AM, it's time to make those crucial transfer decisions. Let's break down exactly what you need to know.

Gabriel continues his remarkable scoring streak with 12 points against Burnley, marking his third consecutive game with attacking returns. The Arsenal defender now sits on a commanding 80 total points for the season.

Chelsea's defensive renaissance continued with another clean sheet against Spurs. Enzo Maresca's side has now kept three clean sheets this season and look increasingly solid at the back with favorable fixtures on the horizon.

The under-the-radar explosion: Fulham's Sessegnon delivered a massive 14-point haul with a goal and assist at just 0.3% ownership - a differential dream come true.

Injury watch: Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes didn't feature in GW10, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming gameweek. Monitor team news closely before making transfer decisions.

Price: £6.7m | Ownership: 15.2% (+74,000 transfers in)

GW10 Performance: 13 points (1 goal, clean sheet, maximum bonus)

Rice has been transformed under Mikel Arteta from a defensive anchor into a genuine attacking threat. His numbers tell the story:

VERDICT: ✅ GOOD OPTION. At £6.7m, Rice offers exceptional value combining Arsenal's defensive security with attacking potential. Perfect for midfield depth and he's passing the eye test week after week.

Price: £6.5m | Ownership: 40.0% (+75,000 transfers in)

GW10 Performance: 12 points (1 assist, clean sheet, 2 bonus)

If you don't own Gabriel, this is the week to fix that mistake. He's not just the top-scoring defender - he's rewriting what we expect from defensive assets:

VERDICT: 🔥 ESSENTIAL. This isn't a debate anymore. Gabriel is a must-own asset combining premium defensive numbers with consistent attacking returns. Arsenal's fixtures remain excellent and he's involved in everything.

Price: £7.8m | Ownership: 21.8% (+73,000 transfers in)

GW10 Performance: 9 points (1 goal, maximum bonus)

Crystal Palace have found their rhythm under Oliver Glasner, and Mateta is right at the heart of their attacking play:

VERDICT: ✅ GOOD. Not essential, but a quality option as Palace fixtures turn favorable. At £7.8m, he offers a differential forward choice who's proven he can deliver. Worth considering if you need a forward shake-up.

Price: £6.7m | Ownership: 31.0% (-54,000 transfers out)

GW10 Performance: 1 point (played full 90 minutes, offered nothing)

The numbers paint a grim picture for Kudus owners:

VERDICT: 🚫 SELL NOW. Spurs are in crisis mode and at £6.7m with 31% ownership, you simply cannot afford passengers. The team's attacking output has collapsed and Kudus is getting no service. Move him on before his price drops further.

Price: £5.6m | Ownership: 24.0% (-31,000 transfers out)

GW10 Performance: 0 points (didn't feature)

This one's straightforward - Reijnders is unplayable right now:

VERDICT: 🚫 SELL IMMEDIATELY. You need certainties in your squad, not rotation risks. At this stage of the season, you can't afford bench spots for players who might not play. Ship him out and use that £5.6m elsewhere.

Price: £6.6m | Ownership: 3.6%

GW10 Performance: 0 points (didn't play)

This one requires more nuance. Bruno's underlying numbers suggest quality when he plays:

VERDICT: ⏸️ HOLD IF YOU OWN, AVOID IF YOU DON'T. Wait for team news before making any decisions. If it's confirmed injury, then sell. If it was tactical rest, he could be essential with Newcastle's fixtures improving. Don't rush this one without information from Eddie Howe's press conference.

Want to gain ground in your mini-leagues? These three low-owned options could provide massive returns:

Price: £5.4m | Ownership: 0.3%

GW10: 14 points (1 goal, 1 assist, maximum bonus)

If you're chasing rank and need a differential who can explode, Sessegnon just proved he's capable of massive hauls at virtually zero ownership.

Price: £4.4m | Ownership: 1.3%

GW10: 7 points (clean sheet, bonus)

At £4.4m, Van Hecke is the ideal bench option who plays every week. When you need him, he delivers - rare for budget defenders.

Price: £5.5m | Ownership: 7.6%

GW10: 6 points (clean sheet, played full 90)

With Chelsea improving defensively and James offering genuine attacking threat at £5.5m, he's a great value pick who could outscore defenders costing £1-2m more.

Safe Pick: Gabriel - 11.5 expected points, 8.0 points per game average, facing a favorable fixture. He's delivering returns consistently and Arsenal's defensive record is elite. If you want to play it safe, Gabriel is your captain.

Differential Pick: Declan Rice - At much lower ownership (15.2%), Rice offers serious ceiling potential if you're chasing rank. His attacking contributions are becoming consistent and he's playing every minute for Arsenal. If you need to make up ground, Rice could be your differentiator.

Monitor Bruno Guimaraes team news closely. If he's injured, that's a forced transfer you need to make. If it was tactical rest, he becomes essential to own with Newcastle's fixtures improving significantly. Don't rush this decision without proper information from Eddie Howe's press conferences.

That's your comprehensive GW11 preview! Remember: Gabriel and Rice are the priorities, move on Kudus and Reijnders without delay, and don't sleep on those differential options if you're chasing rank.

Good luck this week, and may your arrows be green! 🚀