FPL Gameweek 21 Preview – Everything Fantasy Premier League Managers Need To Know

As we approach the midpoint of January, gameweek 21 marks the return of Premier League action with an exciting round of midweek fixtures.

Last weekends FA Cup matches offered Fantasy Premier League managers a valuable chance to assess their squads following the hectic festive schedule.

With the next round of games kicking off tomorrow night, lets dive into the world of FPL.

Well explore key talking points, analyse crucial FPL tips, conduct player comparisons, and give balanced FPL advice and GW21 tips to provide you with a comprehensive view of the latest Fantasy Premier League news so you can earn the most points.

FPL Gameweek 21 Deadline

Just a reminder, the Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 21 deadline is Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 18:00 GMT.

FPL Gameweek 21 Fixtures

Manchester City will travel to Brentford.

Chelsea are hosting Bournemouth.

Fulham are set to visit West Ham.

Nottingham Forest are at home to Liverpool.

Aston Villa have an away game against Everton.

Leicester are welcoming Crystal Palace.

Newcastle will host Wolves.

Arsenal face London rivals Tottenham at the Emirates.

Brighton are heading to Ipswich.

Manchester United face Southampton at Old Trafford.

FPL Assets Leading On Form For Gameweek 21

Let’s start by looking at the current form amongst FPL assets for Matchweek 21.

Goalkeepers: 

1. Matz Sels jumps to first with 6.4
2. Jordan Pickford drops to second with 5.8
3. Martin Dúbravka is third with 5.4

Defenders: 

1. Lewis Hall remains first with 8.4
2. Ola Aina is second with 7.4
3. Dean Huijsen is third with 6.6

Midfielders:

1. Mohamed Salah still remains top with 11.6
2. Jacob Murphy stays in second with 8.0
3. Bryan Mbeumo rivals him with 8.0

Forwards:

1. Alexander Isak remains first with 10.0
2. Gabriel Jesus is second with 6.6
3. Cody Gakpo matches him with 6.6

Newcastle Dominate the FPL Spotlight

Newcastle have been in scintillating form over the last five gameweeks in the Premier League, securing all 15 points available.