Gameweek 25: Watkins Hamstring Blow and Essential Transfers to Make NOW

Welcome back to your daily FPL briefing! Thanks for subscribing to Who Got The Points. Gameweek 24 brought some massive injury concerns and rotation headaches, but it also revealed clear opportunities for Gameweek 25. Let's cut through the noise and get you ready for the weekend ahead.

The injury list is growing, and some big names are in doubt for Gameweek 25:

The big takeaway? Over 115,000 managers have already moved Watkins out, and if you haven't, you're taking a massive gamble on a player who might not start or could play limited minutes even if passed fit.

Season Stats: 131 total points | 5 goals | 12 assists

GW24 Performance: 10 points (2 assists vs Fulham)

The Manchester United captain just delivered a 10-point haul with two assists against Fulham, and he's showing no signs of slowing down. Playing as an attacking midfielder, he's on every single set piece and all penalties for a revitalized United side under Michael Carrick.

Why buy now? Spurs visit Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime, and they've been leaky at the back all season. Bruno has 6.4 expected points for GW25, and over 177,000 managers brought him in this week. With 12 assists already this season, he's the creative hub of United's attack.

Verdict: Essential. Prime captaincy candidate for GW25.

Ownership: 28.0% | Points per game: 5.0

Season Returns: 11 clean sheets | 2 goals | 4 assists

The Arsenal right-back continues to deliver consistent returns week after week. He picked up another clean sheet against Leeds in GW24, maintaining Arsenal's rock-solid defensive record.

At just £6.3m, Timber is Arsenal's best defensive route under £7m, offering genuine attacking threat from right-back. Arsenal face Sunderland at home in GW25 - a fixture where they should keep another clean sheet - before Chelsea away in GW28.

Verdict: Good buy for the next 4-6 weeks. The fixtures are mixed, but Arsenal's defense is elite, and Timber offers both clean sheet potential and attacking returns.

Season Stats: 64 total points | 8 goals | 0 assists

GW24 Performance: 7 points (1 goal + bonus vs Wolves)

Ownership: 5.8% (nearly 40,000 transfers in this week)

The Bournemouth budget forward is becoming essential for those looking to free up funds elsewhere. He scored again in the 2-0 win at Wolves, his eighth goal of the season, picking up 7 points with a bonus point included.

At £4.7m, he's the perfect enabler who actually returns points. Upcoming fixtures: Aston Villa (H), Everton (A), West Ham (H) - three very winnable matches for Bournemouth.

Verdict: Essential budget option. If you need to raise funds or want a playing bench option who delivers points, Kroupi is your man.

Transfer Activity: Over 115,000 managers have already shipped him out

Hamstring injuries are not to be messed with, and at £8.7m, you simply cannot carry a doubtful forward. He didn't play a single minute against Brentford, and even if he's passed fit for the Bournemouth fixture, he might not start or could be on limited minutes as a precaution.

Verdict: Sell immediately. Switch those funds to Bruno Fernandes in midfield or upgrade elsewhere. The risk is simply too high.

Season Stats: 113 total points | 8 goals | 3 assists

GW24 Performance: 8 points (1 goal vs Chelsea)

Ownership: 8.6%

Yes, he scored against Chelsea and picked up 8 points, but that's papering over the cracks. West Ham are struggling as a team, and Bowen's form has been patchy at best. The upcoming fixtures aren't screaming big returns either: Burnley (A) in GW25, then Manchester United (H) in GW26.

At £7.6m, you want consistency, not the occasional haul. You're not chasing the pack if you move him on given his low ownership.

Verdict: Sell if you need funds or want a more reliable asset at that price point.

Season Returns: 5 goals | 3 assists (not good enough for £7.1m)

GW24 Performance: 2 points (84 minutes vs Wolves)

The Bournemouth forward picked up just 2 points from 84 minutes against Wolves, despite keeping a clean sheet. He's blanked in three of his last four matches, and while Bournemouth have decent fixtures ahead, he's simply not delivering at his price point.

Nearly 20,000 managers have already transferred him out. At £7.1m, his returns aren't justifying the investment.

Verdict: Sell and reinvest in Kroupi Junior to free up £2.4m, or upgrade to a premium forward. Your funds are better used elsewhere.

Looking for that secret weapon to gain rank in your mini-leagues? These three players under 10% ownership could be your edge:

These are high-risk, high-reward options. Only consider them if you're chasing rank or looking for a genuine differential in your mini-leagues.

The standout choice: Bruno Fernandes

Spurs at home, on penalties, in red-hot form with 10 points last week. He's got 6.4 expected points for the gameweek, and with Spurs' defensive issues, this could be a big haul.

Feeling brave? Mohamed Salah against Manchester City is the high-risk, high-reward play. That fixture could go either way, but if Liverpool dominate, Salah could explode. Only for the bold or those chasing rank.

Don't panic about your rank. Gameweek 25 is a great reset opportunity with clear captaincy picks and decent fixture swings. Focus on nailing your starting eleven rather than chasing differentials. Get Bruno Fernandes in, move Watkins out, and make sure your defense is solid with the right Arsenal coverage.

The template is there for a reason - it works. Stick to the fundamentals, and the green arrows will come.

That's everything you need to know for Gameweek 25. Make those transfers, captain Bruno, and let's chase those green arrows. Good luck!

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