Every FPL manager is on the lookout for the best bargains, and this season offers a fresh batch of underpriced gems who could bring big returns.
Here’s a look at the top bargain picks for 2024/25, based on pre-season performances and potential in the upcoming campaign.
1. Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)
- Price: £6.5m
- Position: Midfielder
Christopher Nkunku has been Chelsea’s standout performer under Enzo Maresca during pre-season, playing primarily as a No 8.
His 3 goals and an assist have made him the most-picked midfielder priced at £6.5m or below, with 18% of managers snapping him up.
If he secures a regular spot alongside Palmer in Maresca’s 4-3-3 system, Nkunku could more than justify his price tag.
However, with more regular starters possibly returning, there’s still some uncertainty about his position in the playing XI.
2. Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
- Price: £5.0m
- Position: Midfielder
Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers has emerged as a popular bargain option with 3 goals and 2 assists during pre-season, earning nearly 8% ownership.
He has featured as a No 10 and even played up front in their last friendly. If he continues in this advanced role, especially with Watkins’ late return, Rogers could become a go-to option for managers looking for value in the midfield.
3. Oscar Bobb (Manchester City)
- Price: £5.0m
- Position: Midfielder
Oscar Bobb has matched the 5 goal involvements of his teammate Haaland during pre-season, scoring twice and assisting three times.
With an enticing fixture against promoted Ipswich Town in Gameweek 2, Bobb could offer great value if he maintains his place in Pep Guardiola’s side.
4. Jacob Murphy (Newcastle United)
- Price: £5.0m
- Position: Midfielder
Newcastle’s Jacob Murphy has been on fire during pre-season, netting four goals and providing three assists.
His form could make him a fantastic budget option, especially if he secures regular starts in Eddie Howe’s lineup.
5. Callum Hudson-Odoi & Anthony Elanga (Nottingham Forest)
- Price: £5.5m
- Position: Midfielders
Both Callum Hudson-Odoi and Anthony Elanga are worth considering as bargain picks, especially given Nottingham Forest’s favorable early fixtures.
While Morgan Gibbs-White (£6.5m) remains the main man, Hudson-Odoi and Elanga offer cheaper alternatives with plenty of attacking potential.
6. Valentin Barco (Brighton & Hove Albion)
- Price: £4.0m
- Position: Defender
Brighton’s Valentin Barco could be the perfect cut-price defender for your FPL bench. Priced at just £4.0m and with set-piece duties, Barco’s appeal is further boosted by Pervis Estupinan’s injury.
If Barco secures the left-back spot under new coach Fabian Hurzeler, he could offer immense value.
7. Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest)
- Price: £6.0m
- Position: Forward
Chris Wood is another Nottingham Forest player to consider, especially given his three goals and two assists during pre-season.
At £6.0m, he’s an affordable forward option who could be a valuable differential pick in your squad.
These players represent some of the best value picks in FPL for the upcoming season. Whether you’re looking for a budget midfielder, a cut-price defender, or an undervalued forward, these bargains could be the key to maximizing your points without breaking the bank.
Difference in FPL Budget Players and FPL Bargains:
Many FPL managers mix up between FPL budget players and FPL bargains. Some even use these terms interchangeably, which is not a big issue because most qualities of budget players and bargain players are similar.
But if you know the difference, it will for sure help you a lot in managing your teams better!
A low-priced player who starts regularly is a budget player in FPL.
I’ve listed the best budget players for each position in the links below (will update them throughout the season):
Now a bargain player is different from a budget player.
Qualities that make a player an absolute bargain in FPL are:
- They are undervalued.
- Their price is sure to go up as the season progresses.
- The 1st two qualities mean they will do really well in terms of points throughout the season.
In this blog, based on data and some other analysis, I’m going to recommend the top 10 bargains of FPL for the season 2023-24. Don’t be surprised if you see some expensive names on the list.