“This week, your midfield pick will either score big or face rotation thanks to a tactical change that only the manager understands.”
GW4’s midfield options are a mix of form, fixtures, and hope. With some big names underperforming and a few budget picks emerging, this week’s best picks focus on value, involvement, and avoiding low-block systems.
Top 5 Midfielders, Adjusted Fixture Value
1. Enzo, The Metronome with Bite
Chelsea’s midfield has finally found its rhythm, and Enzo is central to it. While Brentford away isn’t a sure thing, his share of set pieces and bonus point potential make him stand out. He quietly earns points while your pricey £9.0 midfielder goes scoreless.
2. Anthony, The Burnley Mirage
Yes, he’s in second place. Yes, it’s against Burnley. And yes, the match is with Liverpool. But Anthony’s solid output and price still boost his value. Just don’t expect miracles; this is more about numbers than belief in football.
3. Semenyo, The Budget Baller
Bournemouth’s attack is coming together, and Semenyo is taking on more responsibility. Brighton’s defence has been forgiving, so if you want a differential with potential, this is your guy.
4. Grealish, The Chaos Conductor
Everton vs Villa could end up as a 0-0 tie or a 4-4 shootout. Grealish is appealing for his creativity and bonus potential, but you’re taking a risk hoping Moyes’ style holds up and Grealish doesn’t get targeted.
5. Cullen, The Burnley Enabler
Another Burnley midfielder in the top 5? Blame the numbers. Cullen has solid minutes and involvement, but facing Liverpool could turn this pick into a warning sign.
How These Rankings Work
We rank players using Adjusted Fixture Value, which combines:
• Raw Fantasy Points (goals, assists, bonuses, etc.)
• Fixture Difficulty (scaled over the next six matches)
• Cost (so you’re not just looking at total points)
This isn’t a prediction; it’s a signal of value. If a Burnley midfielder ranks high against Liverpool, it means they’ve been cheap and productive, but not necessarily reliable. Use this to identify trends rather than follow them blindly.
Honourable Mentions
• Lucas Paquetá (West Ham) – Just outside the top 5, facing Spurs in a match that promises chaos.
• Brennan Johnson (Spurs) – Away to West Ham, a direct threat, with two goals already this season.
• Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool) – Burnley away is a great matchup if Slot lets him play freely.
Fixture Watch, GW4 Midfield Landscape
• Best Matchups: Palace (vs Sunderland), Arsenal (vs Forest), Liverpool (vs Burnley)
• Midfield Traps: Burnley midfielders against Liverpool, City vs United (rotation issues)
• Differential Radar: Ndoye, Paquetá, and Ndiaye — all with under 10% ownership
Final Word
Midfield is where FPL success happens or falls apart, and GW4 has landmines that look like “safe picks”. This week’s top 5 combines form, fixtures, and real involvement (no more empty points).
Do you agree with these rankings? Or is your £5.5m pick about to outscore Salah again? Share your thoughts below, and remember, in FPL, nothing feels worse than a blank from someone you picked out of guilt.
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