Defenders are vital in building successful Fantasy Premier League (FPL) squads. The introduction of additional points for exceeding 10 defensive contributions per match has changed how premium defenders are valued. James Tarkowski of Everton is highlighted as a top choice due to his consistent accumulation of defensive stats, especially with a favorable fixture list. Maxime Estève of Burnley, priced at £4.0m, represents excellent budget value, providing potential rotation opportunities. Patrick Dorgu of Manchester United, despite previous defensive issues, could also be a valuable differential for FPL managers.
James Tarkowski is arguably the standout choice among defenders for the opening gameweeks. Last season, no-one racked up more defensive contribution points than the Everton defender - he would have scored an extra 44 points under the current rules.
On paper, Burnley's appeal as a defensive unit is minimal, but Maxime Estève offers the sort of budget value FPL managers can easily overlook. Priced at just £4.0m and boasting 6.97 defensive contributions per 90 minutes last season, he's an ideal bench player or a rotation enabler.
You may not want to start Estève most weeks, but having a nailed on 4.0m defender who snatches the odd additional point could be valuable later in the season.
While there's understandable hesitation about picking a Manchester United defender, especially after last season's defensive woes, Dorgu may be the sort of differential that sets a team apart.
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