Gameweek 12 Transfer Masterclass - Munoz Essential, Salah Exodus Explained

Welcome back to Who Got The Points, your trusted daily FPL companion! Thank you for subscribing and being part of our growing community of FPL managers. Gameweek 11 is now behind us, and with the Gameweek 12 deadline hitting Saturday, November 22nd at 11:00 AM, it's time to make those crucial transfer decisions that could define your season.

In today's newsletter, we're breaking down everything you need to know: essential team news, the three hottest transfers in, the three most transferred out players (including the Salah exodus), and low-owned differentials that could skyrocket your rank. Let's dive into the details.

Before we get to transfers, here's the team news that could impact your decisions:

Ownership: 0.4%

Gameweek 11 Performance: 11 points (1 goal, maximum bonus points, 70 minutes played)

Season Stats: 39 total points, 3 goals, 2 assists from 9 appearances, averaging 4.3 points per game

At just £5.3m, Buendía is an absolute bargain enabler who can actually return points. He's clearly in Unai Emery's plans after starting and delivering in Gameweek 11. Villa's fixtures are decent, and if you need funds to upgrade elsewhere in your squad, Buendía offers genuine value as a fifth midfielder who might actually play and contribute.

Verdict: Excellent budget enabler if you need to free up funds while maintaining potential for returns.

Ownership: 22.1% (over 22,000 transfers in this week)

Gameweek 11 Performance: Clean sheet, 90 minutes played

Season Stats: 49 total points, 2 assists, 5 clean sheets

The Chelsea left-back has been rock solid and is rapidly becoming essential FPL coverage. Chelsea have kept 5 clean sheets this season, and their defense has tightened considerably under Enzo Maresca's system. Cucurella occasionally takes corners and bombs forward regularly, adding attacking threat to his defensive reliability. With Chelsea's fixtures looking promising, he's become a must-have asset.

Verdict: Essential. If you don't have Chelsea defensive coverage, Cucurella is your man.

Ownership: 15.9% (nearly 48,000 transfers in this gameweek alone!)

Gameweek 11 Performance: 11 points (clean sheet)

Season Stats: 55 total points, 1 goal, averaging 5.5 points per game

This is the hottest defender in the game right now, and for good reason. Munoz has been exceptional, delivering consistent returns week after week. Palace's defense has been outstanding under Oliver Glasner, conceding just 9 goals while keeping clean sheets regularly. Munoz offers genuine attacking threat from right-back and is completely nailed on for minutes. His price has already risen twice, and he shows no signs of slowing down.

Verdict: ESSENTIAL. Get him in before he rises again. He's the best-value defender in the game right now.

Ownership: 16.2% (over 21,000 transfers out)

Gameweek 11 Performance: 5 points (1 assist, 90 minutes)

Season Stats: 50 total points, 2 goals, 3 assists from 11 appearances

The Manchester United captain's underlying numbers are concerning for a player costing nearly £9m. Just 2 goals and 3 assists across 11 appearances isn't good enough at that price point. With United still finding their feet under Ruben Amorim and fixtures that aren't particularly favorable, Fernandes feels like a luxury most managers can't afford. Mohamed Salah and other premium midfielders are offering better value and consistency.

Verdict: Sell if you need funds. There are significantly better options at that price point.

Ownership: 13.6% (47,000 transfers out this week)

Gameweek 11 Performance: 2 points (87 minutes, blank)

Season Stats: 41 total points, 1 goal, 3 assists

Now at Arsenal after his transfer, Eze has struggled to deliver consistent returns. For £7.6m, you need regular points on the board, and he simply isn't providing them. One goal and three assists all season isn't acceptable for that price tag. While Arsenal have favorable fixtures, Eze isn't guaranteed to start every match under Mikel Arteta's rotation policy. The mass exodus is completely understandable.

Verdict: Sell. Use those funds to upgrade elsewhere or bring in more consistent performers.

Ownership: 24.0% (49,000 transfers out, dropped 3 times in price)

Gameweek 11 Performance: 2 points (blank vs Man City, 90 minutes)

Season Stats: 54 total points, 4 goals, 2 assists

This is painful to write, but the numbers don't lie. Salah blanked against Manchester City despite playing the full 90 minutes, disappointing the many managers who captained him. At £14.2m, he's consuming enormous funds that could be better distributed across your squad. Yes, he has 54 points this season with 4 goals and 2 assists, but Liverpool face tougher fixtures ahead, and that premium price tag is becoming harder to justify.

Nearly 50,000 managers have already pulled the trigger and sold him, and he's dropped three times in price. If you're wildcarding or restructuring your team, seriously consider going without him temporarily to strengthen other areas.

Verdict: Hold if you're keeping faith in his quality, but selling isn't crazy if you need to restructure. Don't let sentiment cloud your judgment.

Looking for that edge over your rivals? These low-owned players could explode and boost your rank dramatically:

Ownership: 0.8%

Gameweek 11: 8 points (1 goal, bonus point, 90 minutes)

Season: 40 total points, 3 goals, 2 assists

The Brentford midfielder is thriving in Thomas Frank's attacking system. He looked sharp in Gameweek 11, playing the full 90 minutes and finding the net. With 3 goals and 2 assists already this season, he's showing genuine attacking threat. Brentford create chances regularly, and Schade is becoming central to their plans.

Ownership: 3.2%

Gameweek 11: 10 points (1 goal, maximum bonus)

Season: 40 total points, 2 goals, 1 assist

The Nottingham Forest captain is flourishing and delivered a fantastic haul in Gameweek 11. With 2 goals and an assist this season, he's Forest's creative hub. Their fixtures are turning favorable, making this an excellent time to bring him in as a differential. At 3.2% ownership, he could provide massive rank gains if he continues this form.

Ownership: 0.7%

Season: 47 total points, averaging 4.7 points per game, 2 goals, 2 assists

The Fulham midfielder has been quietly accumulating points with remarkable consistency. Averaging 4.7 points per game with 2 goals and 2 assists is exceptional value at just £5.4m. Marco Silva clearly trusts him - he played 90 minutes in Gameweek 11. At 0.7% ownership, he's the ultimate differential if you're looking for a budget midfielder who can genuinely return points.

If you're looking for a punt with serious upside to gain ground in your mini-leagues, these three could deliver the goods.

The Gameweek 12 deadline is Saturday, November 22nd at 11:00 AM. With so many managers making moves, it's crucial to be strategic rather than reactive. Focus on fixtures, form, and value. Munoz and Cucurella are the priority defensive additions, while the decision on Salah requires careful consideration of your overall squad structure.

For captaincy, look towards players with home advantage against weaker opposition. Check your fixture ticker carefully and trust your gut. Remember: in FPL, it's not about perfection, it's about points.

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Make those transfers count, trust your analysis, and good luck in Gameweek 12!

Until next time,

The Who Got The Points Team