THE MARKET
who to buy, sell or hold on today’s activity
Quick answer: FPL price changes happen overnight based on net transfers. Players gaining net transfers in will rise £0.1m; those being sold will fall. During the transfer window, late signings can arrive with new FPL prices — check availability and fitness before GW1 deadline.
MARKET MOVES · PRICE RISERS & FALLERS
No price moves in the last 24 hours. The FPL game is open — daily overnight price changes start around the season kick-off on Friday 21 August. Until then, moves are rare and driven by big transfer news.
THE TRANSFER WIRE
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FPL ANALYSIS
International Break Strategy: FPL Fixture Planning for the Run-In
With World Cup qualifiers drawing Premier League players away, FPL managers must reassess rotation risk and fixture difficulty. Here's how to plan ahead.
Fixture Swings & International Breaks: Plan Your FPL Chips Now
With international windows scattered across the season, understanding rotation risk and fixture timing is critical for maximising points before the run-in.
FPL Captaincy and Transfer Strategy: End-of-Season Planning
With the Premier League run-in approaching, we examine how to maximise points through targeted captaincy, fixture analysis, and strategic transfers.
FPL Run-In Strategy: Managing International Fatigue Before Season's End
As World Cup 2026 qualifiers dominate, FPL managers must navigate player fatigue and fixture congestion carefully.
FPL Run-In Strategy: Managing International Fatigue in the Final Weeks
With international fixtures consuming player energy, FPL managers must adapt their strategies to account for rotation risk and fixture congestion ahead.
Mid-Season Rotation Risk: When International Breaks Threaten Your FPL Rank
As World Cup qualifiers and continental tournaments clash with the Premier League calendar, FPL managers must navigate fixture congestion and rotation carefully.
TRANSFER TOOLS
TRANSFERS · COMMON QUESTIONS
How do Premier League transfers affect FPL prices?
FPL player prices are set by the game at the start of each season based on expected output and popularity. During the season, prices rise and fall based on net transfers in/out each day — a player gaining 1% of the field earns a price rise of £0.1m. Summer transfers affect the initial price set before GW1: a big-money signing joining a top club will start at a premium (typically £9–12m for elite forwards).
Which summer 2026 signings are best for FPL?
The best FPL transfer targets are players who: (1) join a top-6 club with guaranteed starts, (2) play in an attacking position with set-piece involvement, (3) are priced under £9m (strong value relative to their minutes), or (4) replace a high-scoring FPL asset at a club with unchanged attacking output. Our player database tracks every signing's projected FPL price and expected points.
How does a manager sacking affect FPL players?
A manager change can significantly affect FPL assets. A new attacking-minded manager typically boosts fullbacks (more crosses), forwards (more chances), and midfielders in advanced roles. A defensive manager reduces the ceiling of attacking assets but improves clean-sheet probability for defenders and the GK. Players who were rotation risks under the old manager may become locks — always check team formation and tactical style after an appointment.
When does the FPL 2026/27 season start?
The FPL 2026/27 game is already open — it launched on 22 July 2026 with confirmed player prices. The Premier League season kicks off Friday 21 August 2026 (Arsenal v Coventry), with the GW1 deadline at 18:30 UK that evening. Pre-season friendlies give the last signals on formations and likely starters before the deadline.
What is a good FPL transfer strategy for the new season?
For a new season: wait until all pre-season games are played before finalising your squad (injuries and rotation risks are clearer). Target 2–3 premium players (£10m+) with guaranteed starts and attacking routes. Fill the remaining budget with strong value options (£6–7m) from promoted clubs and teams with easy opening fixtures. Do not lock in your squad early — prices drift in the days before GW1.
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