GW36 Deadline Alert: Bournemouth Assets, Injury Scares & A Differential Under 2% Owned

Key takeaway: Šeško came off at half-time in Man United's 3-2 win over Liverpool in GW35 and is now listed as doubtful with a shin injury ahead of the Sunderland fixture. His expected points for GW36 are just 3.5 - that's not a risk worth taking. Saka's situation is slightly more reassuring (likely precautionary), but you'll want confirmation before Saturday. Check the predicted lineups tool as the deadline approaches.

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Verdict: Essential. If you haven't got him, get him now.

Senesi was the standout defender of Gameweek 35, hauling 14 points thanks to an assist, a clean sheet, and maximum bonus points in Bournemouth's 3-0 demolition of Crystal Palace. That performance is no fluke - he now has 10 clean sheets and 6 assists this season, making him one of the best value defenders in the entire game at just £5.2m.

Bournemouth's form is outstanding and Fulham's illness crisis makes this one of the most favourable fixtures on the board. Senesi is also the captaincy recommendation this week - more on that below.

Verdict: Good for a double gameweek forward option - but plan your exit before GW37.

Mateta only managed 25 minutes in GW35 and scored just 1 point, but that limited involvement is precisely why he should be fresh and motivated heading into Gameweek 36. He's pulling in over 45,000 transfers this week, and for good reason - Crystal Palace have a double gameweek with Everton at home first.

The Everton fixture at home is very gettable. The Man City away game is a concern - Palace were described as running on empty after their GW35 loss - so treat this as a double gameweek play rather than a long-term hold. If you need a forward with two fixtures this week, Mateta fits the bill.

Verdict: Essential at that price. A differential that doesn't feel like one given the output.

At just £4.6m, Kroupi Jr is arguably the best value forward in the game right now. Twelve goals this season, a goal in GW35, and a juicy fixture against a virus-weakened Fulham side in GW36. He's only 5.8% owned, meaning owning him gives you a genuine edge in your mini leagues.

With Evanilson struggling for minutes and Kroupi Jr running hot, Bournemouth's attacking intent is clearly running through him. At £4.6m he's the kind of player that makes your squad structure work - freeing up budget elsewhere. Browse more differential picks if you're looking to gain ground in your leagues.

Verdict: Sell. Reinvest in a fit, in-form forward.

Šeško scored in GW35 but only played 45 minutes and has now come out of that game with a shin injury, listed as doubtful for GW36. His expected points for the Sunderland away fixture are just 3.5, and his price has already dropped two points. The risk clearly outweighs the reward here. Don't let a GW35 goal cloud your judgement - if he fails to recover in time, you've wasted your transfer window holding him.

Verdict: Sell and downgrade to free up cash.

Evanilson got an assist and 5 points in GW35, which sounds reasonable until you look at the full picture. He's dropping three price points this gameweek and is genuinely competing for minutes with Kroupi Jr, who has 12 goals and is the more prolific option right now. His GW36 expected points are just 4.0, and at £6.7m you're paying a significant premium for a player who isn't the first-choice striker in his own team.

The maths is simple: Kroupi Jr is £3.0m cheaper and more prolific. Downgrade now and use the saved budget wisely.

Keep an eye on live price changes to track Evanilson's fall and make sure you sell before he drops further.

Verdict: Hold for the Everton fixture. Plan your exit before GW37.

If you already own Mateta, the Everton home fixture in GW36 makes him worth holding for one more week. But Palace's second fixture - Man City away - is a very different proposition for a team described as running on empty. If you're on the fence about Palace assets generally, GW36 could be your last clean window to exit before things get complicated.

Richarlison delivered 9 points in GW35 with a goal, clean sheet contribution, and maximum bonus against Aston Villa. He now has 10 goals and 4 assists this season - a quietly excellent return for a player sitting at just 5.7% ownership. Spurs face Leeds in GW36, which is a very gettable fixture, and if Spurs can keep it tight, Richarlison has the platform to haul again. Sneaky differential with form on his side.

This is the differential pick of the week - and it's a good one. Igor Jesus has 5 goals and 6 assists this season, a form rating of 5.8, and expected points of 5.8 for GW36 against Newcastle at home. Forest haven't yet played their GW35 fixture (Chelsea away on Monday), so he arrives into the deadline window fresh and with momentum. At just 2.1% ownership, he's the kind of player who wins mini leagues.

Saliba is the third differential option, sitting just outside the sub-10% bracket but still offering excellent value. He kept a clean sheet in GW35, has 13 clean sheets this season, and carries expected points of 5.2 for GW36 against West Ham away. The Saka injury concern may slightly reduce Arsenal's attacking threat, but their defensive record remains elite. If you need a budget Arsenal defender, Saliba is your man.

Captain recommendation: Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth DEF) - £5.2m

Bournemouth are in brilliant form, Senesi just banked 14 points in GW35, and the fixture against a virus-weakened Fulham side is as good as it gets for a defensive asset. His combination of clean sheet potential, attacking returns from set pieces, and bonus point habit makes him the standout armband option this week - at just £5.2m, he's the value captain of the gameweek.

If you prefer a forward option, Mateta's double gameweek gives you two bites at the cherry with Everton at home first. But for pure value and ceiling, Senesi is the pick.

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