6 Essential Players on a Gameweek 10 Wildcard

Selecting the right core of players on a Wildcard can set up your Fantasy Premier League season for weeks to come. With form, fixtures, and underlying data all pointing towards a few standout names, these six players look essential for Gameweek 10 and beyond:

Martin Dubravka (£4.0m)

At just £4.0m, Dubravka remains the cheapest reliable starting goalkeeper in the game. His value lies not just in his price but in the flexibility he provides elsewhere in your squad. With consistent starts and decent save potential, he allows significant upgrades in midfield and attack while still offering steady returns between the posts.

Gabriel (£6.4m)

Arsenal’s defensive structure continues to impress, and Gabriel remains the standout option. Secure for starts and a constant aerial threat from set pieces, he offers both clean sheet potential and attacking upside. Arsenal’s upcoming fixture run looks strong, and loading up on their defence could pay off handsomely.

Daniel Muñoz (£5.7m)

Muñoz has been one of the standout defenders this season, ranking top among all defenders for expected goal involvement (xGi). His attacking output combined with favourable fixtures makes him a must-have. With both defensive consistency and attacking threat, he looks well worth his price tag.

Bukayo Saka (£10.0m)

Saka remains one of the best midfield picks in FPL. He’s likely Arsenal’s primary penalty taker and continues to post decent attacking numbers. Pairing Saka with double Arsenal defence provides a good balance, as there are more value defenders than standout midfielders in his price range.

Jean-Philippe Mateta (£7.7m)

Palace rank top for non-penalty xG from open play this season, and Mateta has been central to that success. Only Haaland betters him for non-penalty xGi. With excellent fixtures and consistent minutes, he is one of the few in-form forwards right now and looks like a near-essential pick.

Erling Haaland (£14.7m)

The most explosive player in the game remains non-negotiable. Haaland leads the league for goals, xG, and xGi, making him an easy captaincy choice most weeks. He’s still the foundation of every effective Wildcard draft.