Best FPL Budget Picks GW1: Value Players Under £6m
Best budget picks by position
GKP: Matz Sels (£5.0m, 3.8 xP)Nottingham Forest's number one offers excellent value at just £5.0m with a home fixture against Leeds (FDR 2). Selected by only 1.6% of managers, Sels represents a solid set-and-forget option for those looking to save funds in goal. His 0.76 points per million is respectable for a starter at this price point. DEF: Michael Keane (£5.0m, 5.8 xP)
The Everton centre-back stands out as the premium budget defender for GW1. His impressive 5.8 expected points leads all budget options, supported by a 60% clean sheet probability against Crystal Palace at Goodison Park. At 1.16 points per million, Keane offers exceptional value despite the moderate FDR of 3. MID: Elliot Anderson (£6.5m, 5.1 xP)
Now at Manchester City, Anderson brings a 10% ownership that reflects growing confidence in his minutes. Facing Bournemouth at home, the midfielder benefits from a 78% defensive clean sheet probability that could yield attacking returns. His City connection at £6.5m makes him an intriguing differential with upside. FWD: Igor Jesus (£6.0m, 4.4 xP)
Forest's striker faces Leeds at the City Ground in a favourable FDR 2 fixture. At £6.0m with 4.4 expected points, Igor Jesus provides a budget route into Forest's attack. His 5.4% ownership suggests he's flying under the radar, offering potential differential appeal for managers willing to take a punt on the opener.