Top Fantasy Picks to Consider for Premier League Gameweek 6

Gameweek 6 of the Fantasy Premier League is just around the corner, and with it comes an opportunity to reassess your squad ahead of the Saturday 11:00 BST deadline. This week, three teams—Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, and Newcastle United—feature prominently with multiple players in the top fantasy picks.

Arsenal's Key Players

Beginning the Gameweek are Arsenal's David Raya (£6.1m) and Bukayo Saka (£9.6m), who will host Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium. With only one goal conceded by Leeds in their last two matches, Raya may be in line for another clean sheet, as he is currently favored in 42% of all Fantasy teams, a staggering margin over other goalkeepers.

Nottingham Forest and Newcastle Insights

On Sunday, Nottingham Forest's defenders, Murillo (£5.5m) and Morgan Gibbs-White (£8.0m), will be heading to Selhurst Park for a match against Crystal Palace. Gibbs-White is particularly noteworthy, having amassed 21 points across his two away games so far, which makes him a valuable player, especially given his goal and two assists.

Newcastle's selected duo includes Lewis Hall (£5.3m) and Harvey Barnes (£6.1m), who face Coventry City on Monday night. Hall is among the most sought-after defenders this week, having attracted over 311,000 new owners due to his recent performances that have yielded two double-digit returns.

Captaincy Choices

Saka is the recommended captain for this Gameweek, backed by Erling Haaland (£15.6m) as the vice-captain. Saka's impressive record includes six big chances and 12 shots in the box, underscoring his attacking threat compared to teammates Martin Ødegaard (£6.8m) and Kai Havertz (£7.6m), who collectively fall short of his stats.

In contrast, Haaland has been on a roll, scoring in each of the last four Gameweeks. However, as he prepares to take on Liverpool, it's worth noting the Reds have shown defensive improvement, recording three clean sheets in recent outings.

Emerging Talents and Value Signings

Another intriguing player is Brentford's Yoane Wissa, who will entertain Tottenham Hotspur at home. Wissa has emerged this season as a potent attacking force, outperforming Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes (£11.9m) in terms of shots in the box and big scoring chances.

Fulham's new signing, Raúl García, travels to face Ipswich Town, a side that has conceded 11 goals in their first five fixtures. García's attacking contributions with 15 shots so far indicate that he has quickly become a cornerstone of Fulham's offense, making him a player to watch.

Top Performers to Watch

Brighton's Pascal Groß has set a high standard this season, leading player points with 47 across the initial five Gameweeks. His standout performances against teams like Chelsea and Arsenal highlight his value, making him a great addition for those looking to boost their Fantasy squads.

As the deadline approaches, carefully consider these suggested picks to maximize your points and climbing the Fantasy rankings. Best of luck in your selections for Gameweek 6!