FPL Gameweek 5 Transfer Tips, Differential Picks and Team Selection

The international break is coming to an end, and as always, FPL managers are busy making changes to their teams. Many players are being transferred in and out of FPL teams, even though some players are on international duty.

This shows just how committed FPL managers are and how eager they are to get back into action. In this article, we will share some transfer tips for gameweek 5. We’ll discuss the best players to bring into your FPL team, from goalkeepers to forwards. We’ll also look at some less popular choices (differentials). Finally, we’ll reveal our GW5 team.

So, be sure to stay tuned and read all the way to the end of the article so you don’t miss out on these valuable tips.

FPL Gameweek 5 Popular Transfers – The Most Transferred In Players Ahead of GW5

In this section of our article, we’ll take a closer look at the players that FPL managers are eager to add to their teams. These players are currently the most popular choices for transfers into FPL squads for GW5, as of the time of writing.

1. Player: Son
   • Team: Spurs
   • Position: MID
   • Cost: 9.1
   • Selected by: 10.7%
   • Form: 7.0
   • Points: 28
   • Transfer In: 416,431
2. Player: J. Alvarez
   • Team: Man City
   • Position: FWD
   • Cost: 6.7
   • Selected by: 14.0%
   • Form: 7.7
   • Points: 28
   • Transfer In: 387,938
3. Player: Maddison
   • Team: Spurs
   • Position: MID
   • Cost: 7.8
   • Selected by: 26.9%
   • Form: 7.2
   • Points: 29
   • Transfer In: 375,768
4. Player: Romero
   • Team: Spurs
   • Position: DEF
   • Cost: 4.7
   • Selected by: 13.3%
   • Form: 6.8
   • Points: 27
   • Transfer In: 345,442
   • Chances of Playing: 75%
5. Player: Ferguson
   • Team: Brighton
   • Position: FWD
   • Cost: 6.0
   • Selected by: 7.8%
   • Form: 6.2
   • Points: 25
   • Transfer In: 305,211
6. Player: Udogie
   • Team: Spurs
   • Position: DEF
   • Cost: 4.7
   • Selected by: 13.8%
   • Form: 5.8
   • Points: 23
   • Transfer In: 240,792
7. Player: Cash
   • Team: Aston Villa
   • Position: DEF
   • Cost: 4.7
   • Selected by: 14.9%
   • Form: 5.2
   • Points: 21
   • Transfer In: 205,372
8. Player: Mbeumo
   • Team: Brentford
   • Position: MID
   • Cost: 6.8
   • Selected by: 27.1%
   • Form: 8.2
   • Points: 33
   • Transfer In: 180,839
9. Player: Darwin
   • Team: Liverpool
   • Position: FWD
   • Cost: 7.4
   • Selected by: 11.1%
   • Form: 5.2
   • Points: 21
   • Transfer In: 180,274
10. Player: Awoniyi
    • Team: Nott’m Forest
    • Position: FWD
    • Cost: 6.6
    • Selected by: 4.8%
    • Form: 6.2
    • Points: 25
    • Transfer In: 126,684
11. Player: Gusto
    • Team: Chelsea
    • Position: DEF
    • Cost: 4.2
    • Selected by: 12.6%
    • Form: 4.5
    • Points: 18
    • Transfer In: 122,033
12. Player: Areola
    • Team: West Ham
    • Position: GKP
    • Cost: 4.1
    • Selected by: 28.5%
    • Form: 5.0
    • Points: 20
    • Transfer In: 120,652
13. Player: Ward-Prowse
    • Team: West Ham
    • Position: MID
    • Cost: 6.1
    • Selected by: 6.8%
    • Form: 7.3
    • Points: 22
    • Transfer In: 114,094
14. Player: Estupiñan
    • Team: Brighton
    • Position: DEF
    • Cost: 5.3
    • Selected by: 64.1%
    • Form: 5.2
    • Points: 21
    • Transfer In: 111,391
15. Player: Bowen
    • Team: West Ham
    • Position: MID
    • Cost: 7.1
    • Selected by: 9.9%
    • Form: 7.5
    • Points: 30
    • Transfer In: 106,766

Gameweek 5 Transfer Analysis, Strategy, and Tips – Learning From FPL Managers

Here’s what we’ve learned and the strategy we see FPL managers deploying as they make transfers this gameweek. From this week’s transfers, we can see that:

1. Player Popularity: FPL managers are favoring players from top teams such as Spurs, Man City, and Liverpool, as evidenced by the high ownership percentages of players from these clubs.
2. Midfielders in Demand: Midfielders like Son, Maddison, and Ward-Prowse seem to be popular choices, possibly due to their good form and relatively affordable prices.
3. Diverse Defensive Picks: While many FPL managers have invested in top midfielders and forwards, there’s still a fair amount of diversity in defensive choices, with several defenders from different teams being transferred in – especially full-backs.
4. Budget Options: Managers are considering budget options, as seen with players like Gusto and Cash, who have lower prices but are still being transferred in, likely to free up funds for more premium players in other positions.
5. Form Matters: Players in good form, as indicated by their “Form” stats, are being transferred in by FPL managers.

FPL Gameweek 5 Most Transferred-Out Players

Here are the players that FPL managers are transferring out of their teams ahead of gameweek 5.

• Player: N. Jackson
  • Team: Chelsea
  • Position: FWD
  • Cost: 7.2
  • Selected by: 19.4%
  • Form: 2.5
  • Points: 10
  • Transferred Out: 255,783
• Player: Isak
  • Team: Newcastle
  • Position: FWD
  • Cost: 7.7
  • Selected by: 27.4%
  • Form: 4.8
  • Points: 19
  • Transferred Out: 217,506
• Player: João Pedro
  • Team: Brighton
  • Position: FWD
  • Cost: 5.5
  • Selected by: 14.5%
  • Form: 2.5
  • Points: 10
  • Transferred Out: 185,095
• Player: Wissa
  • Team: Brentford
  • Position: FWD
  • Cost: 6.2
  • Selected by: 16.3%
  • Form: 6.0
  • Points: 24
  • Transferred Out: 181,702
  • Chances of Playing: 25%
• Player: Botman
  • Team: Newcastle
  • Position: DEF
  • Cost: 4.5
  • Selected by: 14.3%
  • Form: 2.2
  • Points: 9
  • Transferred Out: 181,364
  • Likely to Play: Unlikely to play
• Player: Shaw
  • Team: Man Utd
  • Position: DEF
  • Cost: 5.3
  • Selected by: 6.7%
  • Form: 1.5
  • Points: 6
  • Transferred Out: 150,508
• Player: Watkins
  • Team: Aston Villa
  • Position: FWD
  • Cost: 8.0
  • Selected by: 21.3%
  • Form: 4.2
  • Points: 17
  • Transferred Out: 150,378
• Player: Rashford
  • Team: Man Utd
  • Position: MID
  • Cost: 8.9
  • Selected by: 35.7%
  • Form: 4.8
  • Points: 19
  • Transferred Out: 140,498
• Player: Onana
  • Team: Man Utd
  • Position: GKP
  • Cost: 5.0
  • Selected by: 24.7%
  • Form: 2.8
  • Points: 11
  • Transferred Out: 139,450
• Player: Trippier
  • Team: Newcastle
  • Position: DEF
  • Cost: 6.5
  • Selected by: 30.3%
  • Form: 1.2
  • Points: 5
  • Transferred Out: 124,644
• Player: Chilwell
  • Team: Chelsea
  • Position: DEF
  • Cost: 5.8
  • Selected by: 33.2%
  • Form: 3.8
  • Points: 15
  • Transferred Out: 120,080
• Player: Sterling
  • Team: Chelsea
  • Position: MID
  • Cost: 7.2
  • Selected by: 16.4%
  • Form: 6.2
  • Points: 25
  • Transferred Out: 115,696
• Player: B. Fernandes
  • Team: Man Utd
  • Position: MID
  • Cost: 8.4
  • Selected by: 21.4%
  • Form: 4.5
  • Points: 18
  • Transferred Out: 109,502
• Player: Mitoma
  • Team: Brighton
  • Position: MID
  • Cost: 6.5
  • Selected by: 40.3%
  • Form: 5.8
  • Points: 23
  • Transferred Out: 108,676

What We’ve Learned From The Transfer Outs FPL Managers are Making – GW5 Transfer Tips

Well, let’s take a closer look at the players that FPL managers are offloading, and what we can gather from this trend.

Chelsea Assets: The Impatience Factor

It appears that FPL managers are growing impatient with Chelsea assets. Players like Chilwell, Sterling, and Jackson are all on the list of the most sold players. This is mainly because other players in a similar price range or even cheaper are delivering solid FPL points. So, it seems that holding onto Chelsea FPL assets might not be the best strategy right now.

Newcastle Assets: A Surprising Exodus

Surprisingly, Newcastle assets are also being shipped out, which is a bit perplexing considering that their fixtures are expected to improve from GW5 onwards.

To be honest, we believe that FPL managers might be making a mistake with this move. However, selling Isak doesn’t seem like a bad idea, as there are more secure options available. It might be a wise strategy to have a budget-friendly choice like Botman (if he’s fit and available).

Man United Assets: A Decline in Ownership

Additionally, Man United assets are also seeing a decline in ownership. This is somewhat surprising, given that United has favorable fixtures ahead.

We believe it wouldn’t be a bad decision to hold onto your United assets, especially Bruno and Rashford. It’s worth noting that a popular move this week appears to be transferring out Rashford or Bruno for Son Heung Min, which could explain why they are among the most transferred-out assets.

Raensports Gameweek 5 Transfer Recommendations – The Best GW5 Buys

Here are our gameweek 5 transfer picks and recommendations some of the players mentioned would be great punts for gameweek 5 and others would be great long-term picks.

Best Goalkeeper To Buy

1. Bernd Leno – An affordable budget goalkeeper with a favorable fixture in GW5, as Fulham faces Luton. Leno has a high chance of keeping clean sheets and can also earn save points with his shot-stopping abilities.

If you’re looking for a more premium goalkeeper option, consider Alisson of Liverpool. With a match against Wolves, a team that struggles to score, Alisson has a good chance of securing a clean sheet. Currently priced at 5.5 million, he’s a solid choice, especially if you’re playing your wildcard.

Check out GW5’s clean sheet odds in our article: FPL GW5: Clean Sheet Odds, Anytime Scorer Predictions, and FPL Points Projections

Best Midfielders To Consider for GW5

1. Diaby – He has an excellent fixture this week, facing Palace at home. Diaby’s underlying statistics are impressive, and he’s a midfielder who often plays as a forward in real life. He’s not just a great pick for this week but also a promising long-term option.
2. Son Heung Min – Fresh off a hattrick in the previous week, Son faces Sheffield United in GW5 and is likely to continue his role as a striker. He’s an excellent choice for this week and could be a differential captain.
3. Maddison – Spurs are currently in good form and playing attacking football. Facing Sheffield United at home in GW5, doubling up on their midfielders, including Maddison, wouldn’t be a bad idea.
4. Mbeumo – Operating as a midfielder playing in a forward position, Mbeumo takes penalties and is in fine form. If you’re searching for a budget-friendly option, he’s your best bet.
5. Rashford or Salah – Liverpool appears to be in great form, making it a good time to consider Mo Salah. Rashford, on the other hand, is up against Brighton. United often excels in counter-attacking situations, which suits Rashford’s style, making him a potential point hauler.

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Best Forwards To Consider for GW5

1. Gabby Jesus – He faces Everton in GW5, and the last time he played against them, he earned 16 points. Jesus looked sharp when he came off the bench against United, and he’s expected to start this week. With just 2.3% ownership, he could be a great differential.
2. Julian Alvarez – Trusted by Pep Guardiola and seemingly filling the De Bruyne role, Alvarez is a good pick. Playing for a strong attacking side, he offers a cost-effective entry into City’s attack this week.

Are you considering Ferguson of Brighton, find out if he’s a great pick in our article: Is Evan Ferguson a Good FPL GW5 Transfer? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Find out this week’s to captain pick in our article: Haaland, Son, or Salah? Who Should You Trust as Your GW5 Captain?

GW5 Differential Picks

Here are differentials you can consider in this gameweek. These are players with great fixtures this week and in future gameweeks to.

Defenders

1. Robertson – £6.5m – 4.7% – DEF / LIV
2. Digne – £4.5m – 3.3% – DEF / AVL
3. Tete – £4.5m – 0.6% – DEF / FUL

Midfielders

1. Kulusevski – £7.0m – 1.5% – MID / TOT
2. Gibbs-White – £5.9m – 1.9% – MID / NFO
3. Schade – £5.4m – 0.2% – MID / BRE

Forwards

1. G.Jesus – £7.9m – 2.3% – FWD / ARS
2. Wilson – £7.8m – 5.3% – FWD / NEW
3. Højlund – £7.0m – 1.6% – FWD / MUN

If you’re on a wildcard, then you might want to check out this article: GW5 Wildcard: 15 Of The Best Players For Your Gameweek 5 Wildcard

Gameweek 5 Team Selection

Find out this week’s to captain pick in our article: Haaland, Son, or Salah? Who Should You Trust as Your GW5 Captain?

Here’s the team we expect to pick up the most points this gameweek. For those who aren’t comfortable with Jesus, Awoniyi is a great alternative.

Check out Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Spurs, Newcastle and Man United Predicted Lineups here:

Arsenal vs. Everton Predicted Lineup, Injury News and Tactical Insights GW5

Man City vs. West Ham Predicted Lineup, Injury News, Tactical Analysis PL GW5

Man United vs. Brighton Predicted Lineup, Injury News and Tactical Insights GW5

GW5 Wolves vs Liverpool Match Preview, Predicted Lineup and Injury News

Chelsea vs. Bournemouth Predicted Lineup, Injury News and Tactical Insights GW5

Spurs vs. Sheffield United Predicted Lineup, Injury News and Tactical Insights GW5

Newcastle vs. Brentford Predicted Lineup, Injury News and Tactical Insights GW5

For Premier League predicted lineup coverage, check out our predicted lineup series for GW5:

1. Fulham vs. Luton Town GW5 Predicted Lineups, Injury News and Tactical Analysis
2. Aston Villa vs. Crystal Palace Predicted Lineup, Injury News Tactical Analysis
3. “Premier League Gameweek 5 Score Predictions: Are You Ready for Some Football Magic?” – Get ready to predict the Premier League scores like a pro with our expert analysis. Link: Read More

Our GW5 FPL Articles Coverage:

Here is our coverage for gameweek 5 a complete guide that can help you make great informed decisions

FPL GW5: Clean Sheet Odds, Anytime Scorer Predictions, and FPL Points Projections

GW5 Wildcard: 15 Of The Best Players For Your Gameweek 5 Wildcard

Is Evan Ferguson a Good FPL GW5 Transfer? Here’s What You Need to Know

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