MY FPL GW6 TRANSFER PLANS! 📝 WILDCARD OR NOT? 🍟 | Fantasy Premier League Tips 2025/26

Summary

In this FPL transfer strategy video for Gameweek 6, FP Harry discusses whether to use his Wild Card or make selective transfers. He prioritizes acquiring Erling Haaland while weighing player injuries, fixture difficulty, and bench boost outcomes from Gameweek 5. Key considerations include Cole Palmer's injury, Sanchez’s red card situation, and choosing between Chris Wood and Ollie Watkins. The video explores potential Wild Card drafts versus the current squad, highlighting short-term versus long-term strategy. Ultimately, Harry plans two targeted transfers—Salah to Semedo and Wood to Haaland—while likely saving the Wild Card for Gameweek 8 to optimize a Haaland and Salah setup.

Takeaways

• 😀 The primary focus is on transfer plans for FPL in gameweek 6, including the potential use of a wild card.
• 😀 The user has two free transfers and plans to buy Erling Haaland for Burnley at home, but is considering not using the wild card.
• 😀 Cole Palmer's injury is influencing the wild card decision, with some opting for Bruno Fernandez instead, due to Palmer’s uncertain availability.
• 😀 The user is debating whether to activate the wild card this week or wait until gameweek 8, with a focus on team value and future transfers.
• 😀 The user played the bench boost in gameweek 5, which proved to be beneficial, resulting in 21 points despite initial disappointment.
• 😀 Some players in the current team, like Lucas Paqueta and Chris Wood, have been underperforming, influencing the decision to wild card.
• 😀 Sanchez's red card is a key factor in the wild card debate, but his suspension is only one match, so he will be available for gameweek 6.
• 😀 The user is considering downgrading Mo Salah to Semeno and upgrading either Chris Wood or Ollie Watkins to Haaland using two free transfers.
• 😀 A wild card draft for gameweek 6 would likely include Donnarumma in goal, with a mix of defensive and attacking options like Fernandez, Semeno, and Haaland.
• 😀 The user is aiming for a wild card in gameweek 8, possibly to bring in both Salah and Haaland for the long-term fixtures, especially with Liverpool's favorable schedule.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video script?

The main focus is on Fantasy Premier League (FPL) transfer plans for Gameweek 6, specifically whether to activate the Wild Card now or save it for Gameweek 8, and how to bring in Erling Haaland efficiently.

How many free transfers does the creator have for Gameweek 6?

The creator has two free transfers available for Gameweek 6.

Which player is considered a priority transfer for this week?

Erling Haaland is considered the priority transfer for this week.

Why might the Wild Card not be necessary in Gameweek 6?

The Wild Card might not be necessary because the current team is manageable with two free transfers, and injuries like Cole Palmer’s make a Wild Card less urgent.

What is the proposed transfer plan without activating the Wild Card?

The plan is to downgrade Mo Salah to Semeno and upgrade either Chris Wood or Ollie Watkins to Erling Haaland.

What impact did the Gameweek 5 bench boost have?

The bench boost produced around 21 points unexpectedly, with key contributions from Dravka, Pedro Porro, Sessi, and Ryan, significantly helping the overall team score.

How does Cole Palmer's injury affect Wild Card planning?

Cole Palmer's recurring groin injury prevents him from being a reliable pick, reducing the immediate need to use the Wild Card to include him.

What does the creator say about Sanchez’s red card?

Sanchez was sent off for denying a goal-scoring opportunity, serving a one-match suspension in the cup, and is technically available for Gameweek 6.

Which Gameweek is the creator most likely to play the Wild Card, and why?

The creator is most likely to play the Wild Card in Gameweek 8, to align with better fixtures, include both Salah and Haaland, and have more flexibility with the squad.

How does the creator compare the current team versus a potential Gameweek 6 Wild Card team?

The current team is marginally comparable to the Wild Card team; while the Wild Card may offer slightly better options, the value and fixtures of the existing team make delaying the Wild Card sensible.

Which players are identified as underperforming in Gameweek 5?

Lucas Paqueta, Sanchez, and other mid-tier players like Chris Wood and Watkins experienced blanks or underperformance during Gameweek 5.

What is the purpose of the FPL Wrapped newsletter mentioned in the video?

The newsletter provides detailed Wild Card strategies, transfer tips, and updates on the best players and fixtures, with a free version available Thursday and a premium version Monday.