Gameweek 7 is almost here, and there are a few popular Fantasy Premier League picks giving managers plenty to think about. Injuries have complicated things for several players, while others are struggling to justify their price tags or face a difficult run of fixtures. Here are five players Id consider moving on or avoiding ahead of Saturdays deadline.Bruno FernandesPrice: 11.9mOwnership: 34.3%%Position: MidfielderOpponent: LEE (A), BOU (A), CHE (A)At 11.9m, Fernandes needs to be doing more than teasing the odd haul. His 23-point explosion in Gameweek 2 accounts for most of his 32 points, with two points or fewer in the other five matches. Manchester United have scored nine goals in six league games and, while Bruno still takes penalties and creates chances, his price makes every blank expensive. Leeds away and Bournemouth at home arent fixtures to fear, which is why this isnt an emergency sale if you have bigger problems. But if moving him on lets you afford Bukayo Saka or improve two other positions, Id take the money.Kevin SchadePrice: 6.2mOwnership: 15.0%Position: MidfielderOpponent: LIV (H), HUL (A), NFO (H)Schade was one of the more appealing mid-priced midfielders a week ago, but an injury can change the picture pretty quickly. He hurt his shoulder against Aston Villa and came off early in the second half, with Brentford boss Keith Andrews unable to say how serious it was afterwards. Liverpool at home is next, hardly the fixture youd choose for a player who may not be fully fit. Hull away in Gameweek 8 is much better, so theres a case for waiting if Fridays news is encouraging. If hes ruled out for more than a week, though, 6.2m is too much to leave sitting there.James TarkowskiPrice: 6.2mOwnership: 18.4%Position: DefenderOpponent: CHE (H), ARS (A), NEW (A)Tarkowski has been a brilliant pick so far, which is exactly why Im wary of buying him now. Hes already collected eight defensive contribution points, and Everton have kept three clean sheets in six games. That gives him a decent floor, even when the attacking returns dry up. The trouble is what comes next: Chelsea at home, Arsenal away and Newcastle away. Everton conceded twice at Hull last weekend, and its hard to see clean sheets coming easily against that trio. At 6.2m, Id rather spend the money on a defender with a kinder run. Existing owners dont necessarily need to rush him out.Yoane WissaPrice: 6.3mOwnership: 17.8%Position: ForwardOpponent: AVL (H), CRYI (A), EVE (H)Newcastles fixture list looks reasonable on paper, but Wissa hasnt been giving managers much back for their money. He has one goal and one assist in six league matches, with just four FPL points from his last three outings. The interesting bit is his 2.50 xG: the chances have been there, so this isnt a striker who has stopped getting into the box. Still, Newcastle have struggled for consistency and Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Everton wont simply roll over. With Gonzalo Garca and other similarly priced forwards offering more attractive short-term fixtures, Wissa is one Id move on if you have a spare transfer.Cody GakpoPrice: 7.1mOwnership: 7.6%Position: MidfielderOpponent: BRE (A), BHA (H), ARS (H)Liverpool have enough attacking uncertainty without carrying a 7.1m midfielder who might not play. Gakpo picked up an ankle injury on international duty, missed the Manchester City game and wasnt part of the squad for Wednesdays European trip to LASK. There hasnt been a firm return date, so Brentford away is a difficult fixture to plan around. Liverpool then host Brighton and Arsenal, and the emergence of other attacking options adds another question mark over his minutes once fit. Topics Arsenal F.C. Chelsea F.C. Liverpool F.C. Manchester City F.C. Manchester United F.C. Premier League Tottenham Hotspur F.C. If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Fantasy Premier League 2026/27 : Manchester City duo headline five players to consider ahead of Gameweek 7 Blake Hurst 15th October, 2026 Enzo Maresca claims Manchester City deserved more against PSG as Luis Enrique makes lucky admission Mitch Fretton 14th October, 2026 Manchester City 2-4 Paris Saint-Germain: Report, result and goals as Champions outclass Marescas men Mitch Fretton 14th October, 2026 Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola hails amazing Florian Wirtz after Bradley Barcola hat-trick Mitch Fretton 14th October, 2026 WATCH: PSG stun Manchester City with two early goals in Champions League Mitch Fretton 14th October, 2026 Lask Linz 3-6 Liverpool: Report, result and goals as Barcola bags hat-trick in Champions League Mitch Fretton 14th October, 2026
