Premier League News: All Injuries and Updates Ahead of FPL Gameweek 21

It’s a brand new year for FPL fans who had a rather rough time last year. Well, it seems like Premier League Gameweek 21 could be the chance to turn things around, with the first game week for the calendar year bringing in some massive updates. With ‘Wildcard’ now in the fray and the winter transfer market into effect, things could take a turn at any moment. The fresh changes will also bring a new challenge, as fans will be on twinkling toes for the minute details available.

With everything that’s happening at the moment, it’s challenging to get hold of all the details before settling on your FPL team for the upcoming week. However, worry not, as we have all the updates you need to know before finding your picture-perfect squad before jumping into Gameweek 21.

Premier League Gameweek 21: List of Injuries and Team Updates

1. Bournemouth

The Cherries have done a marvelous job so far this season. Andoni Iraola’s men will be on the hunt this week with the team looking to make their way into the upper half of the points table.

2. Arsenal

Mikel Arteta’s men will be disappointed with how they have lost their grasp over the top of the Premier League standings. The side has been sub-standard in their past few outings and needs to bounce back this week despite the absence of some key players.

3. Aston Villa

Unai Emery and his side have been the surprise package from the ongoing Premier League season. The side, against all odds, has maintained its spot amongst the top four sides in the league standings.

4. Brentford

Things have been rough for Brentford this season, with the side flirting with relegation. To make matters worse, the side will be missing the services of 11 first-team names as they take on Nottingham Forest in their upcoming fixture.

5. Brighton & Hove Albion

Roberto De Zerbi’s Seagulls have been somewhat inconsistent this season. While the side has shown their impressive side on some outings, their low has been disappointing for the fans.

6. Burnley

There was a lot of hype following Burnley’s promotion to the Premier League this season. However, the side has been one of the biggest disappointments of the season. The side is batting relegation and has their work cut out to escape from the bottom three in the coming games.

7. Chelsea

The Blues have failed to turn things around this season with the side once again struggling to find momentum during their ongoing campaign. Mauricio Pochettino has a lot on his plate this coming week with several crucial players unavailable owing to injuries.

8. Crystal Palace

‘The upcoming game week could be an enormous opportunity for Crystal Palace to find their way into the top half of the standings. Roy Hodgson’s men will be against former table-toppers Arsenal who have looked like a shell of their former selves in the past few games.

9. Everton

The Toffees have found themselves in a precarious situation this season. The side has struggled to find their footing in the Premier League and is just a point away from dropping into the relegation zone.

10. Fulham

Marco Silva’s men can bag another crucial win this season as they take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this week. The side bagged an enormous win over Arsenal in their last game and is brimming with confidence walking into this game.

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11. Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool is on a roll at the moment with the team currently at the top of the Premier League standings. However, the team would not like to slip from the top of the table and look to consolidate their lead as they take on Bournemouth in their coming fixture.

12. Luton Town

Luton has the chance to come out of the relegation zone this week as they take on Vincent Kompany’s Burnley away from home. The side is currently placed 18th on the standings and a win this week will see them move up over Everton.

13. Manchester City

Pep Guardiola’s men will look to close the gap with Liverpool at the top of the table as they take on Newcastle in their upcoming fixture. Notably, the side will be boosted by the return of some top names like Kevin De Bruyne for the fixture.

14. Manchester United

Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United have struggled to meet expectations this season. The side will have a lot on their plate as they take on Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham this week at home.

15. Newcastle United

Eddie Howe’s Newcastle has been hit badly with a string of injuries. The side is currently placed 9th in the standings and will need to put in some major work to secure European competition for the upcoming season.

16. Nottingham Forest

The Garibaldis have been on a roll in their last two games, bagging two big wins. The side has the chance to make it three in a row as they travel to Gtech Stadium to take on Brentford this week.

17. Sheffield United

Things have been turbulent for Sheffield in the Premier League this season. The side has won just two out of their twenty games this season. The team’s performance has been disastrous with the side standing as the only team in the tournament with single digits on the points table.

18. Tottenham Hotspur

While Ange Postecoglou’s side steamrolled opponents in the early stages, the team struggled during the lateral half before mid-season. The side is toiling with injuries and will be without their top names in the coming weeks.

19. West Ham United

The Hammers have displayed some soccer this season despite losing their best player in the summer. The team has a rather straightforward game on their hands this week as they take on last-place Sheffield United away from home.

20. Wolverhampton Wanderers

Wolves have the chance to make their way into the upper half of the Premier League standings this week. The side is up against Brighton and will need to bring their a-game to get a win over the Seagulls.

We hope you have a good stint on FPL for the upcoming Premier League Gameweek 21. Let us know about your top FPL picks in the comments below.

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