Timber and Muñoz Shine as João Pedro Experiences Decline in Recent Matches

Arsenal defender Jurriën Timber has seen a price increase to £6.4 million in Fantasy Premier League. Timber’s consistent performances have earned him 146 points this season and a 32.5% ownership among managers. His recent contributions include scoring 1 point against Sunderland, 5 points in Arsenal’s 4-1 win over Tottenham, and 2 points versus Chelsea. Arsenal’s upcoming fixtures against Brentford and Wolves could boost Timber’s potential for clean sheet points.

Crystal Palace’s right-back Daniel Muñoz has also experienced a rise in value, now priced at £6.0 million. Despite fluctuating form, Muñoz has garnered 145 points and holds 22.7% ownership. Notable performances include a 6-point clean sheet against Brighton and a 14-point haul in a 2-0 win over Wolves. Palace’s upcoming matches against Burnley and Fulham present further opportunities for defensive returns from Muñoz.

Meanwhile, Chelsea forward João Pedro has dropped to £7.4 million despite a strong season total of 133 points and 43.3% ownership. His recent game time has been limited, earning just 1 point each in matches against Burnley and Arsenal. Reduced minutes on the pitch have raised concerns among fantasy managers, especially with Chelsea’s upcoming fixture against Leeds.

Brentford striker Thiago is emerging as a differential option with a price rise to £6.7 million. He has accumulated 22% ownership despite scoring only 9 points so far. His recent outings have been promising, including double 13-point hauls in wins over Newcastle and Burnley. Brentford faces Arsenal and Tottenham next, offering strategic attacking prospects for fantasy managers.

Key defensive premium options also show movement. Aston Villa’s Matty Cash increased to £4.7 million with only 6.5% ownership, delivering clean sheet points in recent wins over Bournemouth and Wolves. Manchester City’s Phil Foden rose to £8.1 million, despite modest ownership at 6.3%, notably scoring 15 points in City’s win against Leeds and featuring in upcoming fixtures against Fulham and Sunderland.

Here is a summary of notable price changes:

1. Price Rises:

   • Jurriën Timber (Arsenal) to £6.4m, 146 points, 32.5% ownership
   • Daniel Muñoz (Crystal Palace) to £6.0m, 145 points, 22.7% ownership
   • Thiago (Brentford) to £6.7m, 9 points, 22.0% ownership
   • Matty Cash (Aston Villa) to £4.7m, 86 points, 6.5% ownership
   • Phil Foden (Manchester City) to £8.1m, 105 points, 6.3% ownership
2. Price Falls:
   • João Pedro (Chelsea) to £7.4m, 133 points, 43.3% ownership

Fantasy managers should consider these adjustments to optimize their squads ahead of crucial fixtures in December. Monitoring player form and fixture difficulty remains key when selecting rising assets like Timber and Muñoz, while assessing potential risks with players like João Pedro is advisable.