With just a few hours remaining before gameweek 31 of the Premier League gets underway, Fantasy Premier League managers have limited time to finalise their squads following a busy midweek schedule.
In this article, we highlight the return of Bukayo Saka, break down the most-owned players in each position, and offer key FPL tips for those considering activating their Free Hit chip this weekend.
FPL Gameweek 31 Deadline
The Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 31 deadline is Saturday, 5 April 2025, at 11:00 GMT.
FPL Gameweek 31 Fixtures
Arsenal travel to Everton.
Ipswich are at home to Wolves.
Brighton will visit Crystal Palace.
West Ham are hosting Bournemouth.
Aston Villa will welcome Nottingham Forest.
Southampton are heading to Spurs.
Brentford will host Chelsea.
Liverpool play Fulham at Craven Cottage.
The two Manchester clubs face off at Old Trafford.
Leicester play at home against Newcastle.
FPL Assets Leading On Form For Gameweek 31
Let’s start by looking at the current form amongst FPL assets for Matchweek 31.
Goalkeepers:
- Dean Henderson is tied for first with 6.0
- Robert Sánchez rivals him with 6.0
- Matz Sels is third with 5.7
Defenders:
- Nikola Milenković is first with 7.7
- Marc Cucurella is second with 7.3
- Jurriën Timber is third with 7.0
Midfielders:
- Anthony Elanga jumps to first with 10.0
- Bruno Fernandes stays second with 9.3
- Mohamed Salah drops to third with 9.0
Forwards:
- Jørgen Strand Larsen moves to first with 7.7
- Omar Marmoush is second with 7.3
- Evanilson is third with 6.0
Bukayo Saka Is Back In Squads
Bukayo Saka returned to action in Arsenal’s recent 2-1 win over Fulham, marking his first appearance since Gameweek 17.
He wasted no time making an impact, scoring Arsenal’s second goal of the night in the 73rd minute to help secure the victory.
Despite missing several months through injury, Saka’s underlying numbers this season remain exceptional.
In just 17 appearances, he has created 19 big chances for his teammates and ranks inside the top seven in the league for expected assists (xA), with a total of 5.72.
He has also been directly involved in 16 goals, registering six goals and 10 assists.
That return, averaging nearly one goal contribution per match, highlights just how effective he has been when available.
It’s hard not to wonder what he might have achieved with a fully uninterrupted season.
In FPL terms, Saka has collected 115 points so far, averaging 6.76 points per game.
His price has increased by £0.4m since the start of the campaign, and he is now valued at £10.4m, placing him firmly in the premium price bracket.
While Arsenal’s title hopes appear slim at this stage, their upcoming fixtures offer plenty of potential from a Fantasy Premier League perspective.
They are set to face Everton, Brentford, Ipswich and Crystal Palace in their next four matches.
With strong underlying stats and a promising schedule, Saka has become the most transferred-in player ahead of the upcoming gameweek.
Most Owned Assets Leading Up To The Final Stretch
With injuries affecting many FPL squads in recent weeks, it’s a good time to review how player ownership is currently spread across the game.
Here’s a look at the three most-owned assets in each position.
Goalkeepers:
David Raya – 30.2%
Matz Sels – 18.7%
Jordan Pickford – 15.8%
Defenders:
William Saliba – 28.1%
Joško Gvardiol – 27.6%
Virgil van Dijk – 23.6%
Midfielders:
Mohamed Salah – 71.7%
Cole Palmer – 41.5%
Bryan Mbeumo – 37.2%
Forwards:
Alexander Isak – 59.2%
Chris Wood – 33.5%
Omar Marmoush – 26.7%
Top 3 FPL Gameweek 31 Captain Picks:
- Mohamed Salah vs Fulham
- Bukayo Saka vs Everton
- Alexander Isak vs Leicester
Differential Captain Pick Of The Week
Jørgen Strand Larsen
With 22 points across his last two appearances, the Wolves striker is emerging as an intriguing differential captaincy option this week as he prepares to face Ipswich.
Jørgen Strand Larsen has scored 10 goals in 25 starts this season and will be eager to repay the faith of any Fantasy managers bold enough to back him this weekend.
Playing Your Free Hit?
For those who are choosing to use their free hit this weekend for GW31 might find some value from the FPL GW31 tips below:
GK: Mark Flekken (£4.4m)
DEF: William Saliba (£6.4m)
DEF: Marc Cucurella (£4.7m)
DEF: Ezri Konsa (£4.4m)
MID: Marcus Rashford (£6.6m)
MID: Bukayo Saka (£10.4m)
MID: Mohamed Salah © (£13.8m)
MID: Diogo Jota (£7.2m)
FWD: Alexander Isak (£9.5m)
FWD: Jean-Philippe Mateta (£7.7m)
FWD: Jørgen Strand Larsen (£5.3m)
BENCH: Killian Cahill (£3.9m)
BENCH: Mitoma Kaoru (£6.5m)
BENCH: Michael Keane (£3.8m)
BENCH: Cameron Burgess (£3.8m)
Final Thoughts
As we head into Gameweek 31, the margins are getting finer, and every transfer carries more weight.
Staying on top of form and fixtures is key, especially with many teams still fighting for points at both ends of the table.
It’s a good time to reassess any underperformers in your squad and look for reliable assets who can deliver consistently.
If you’re trying to gain ground, a calculated punt on a lesser-owned player could make all the difference.
Keep an eye on team news and injury updates right up until the deadline, as they could be decisive.
And as always, make sure your captain is someone you can trust to deliver.
Good luck in Gameweek 31!
Join us next week for FPL GW32 tips.
