Should FPL Managers Captain Erling Haaland? Top Captaincy Picks for Gameweek 23

Following the riveting excitement of Gameweek 22, enthusiasts won’t have to wait long for the onset of Gameweek 23. With noteworthy updates like key player injury recoveries and many returns from AFCON and the AFC Asian Cup happening, the Fantasy Premier League is witnessing a significant transformation. Among these important pieces of news is Erling Haaland‘s (£14.0m) comeback after a two-month absence due to an injury.

With all such progression under the spotlight, one prevalent question arises. Is it worthwhile for FPL managers to consider placing their captaincy bet on Erling Haaland? Well, the answer to that currently seems to be a yes. Let’s explore this intriguing consideration further.

Why Erling Haaland is a strong pick for Gameweek 23?

Erling Haaland’s presence on the field may have been limited to just 25 minutes against Burnley, yet prospects are promising for his start against Brentford. Pep Guardiola, himself, has confirmed this by recently articulating that the Norwegian striker is ‘ready‘ to start. Thus inferring that any lingering injury complications are presently resolved.

Furthermore, up until now, the 23-year-old has impressively accumulated a total score of 113 points, averaging 7.1 per match. Given the highly close Liverpool vs. Arsenal match also scheduled this week, opting for captains from these teams might not represent supreme returns.

Considering all these decisive factors, it becomes evident why Erling Haaland could potentially emerge as a top captaincy pick amongst FPL managers. However, one must ask: other than the Manchester City striker, who else could be nominated as an elite selection within Gameweek 23?

Other top captaincy picks for FPL managers

Anthony Gordon (Newcastle, £6.1m) vs Luton Town (H)

Newcastle United is scheduled to meet Luton Town, a team currently embroiled in relegation struggles. This match presents an excellent opportunity for winger Anthony Gordon to further add to his seven goals and seven assists. Moreover, with an overall score of 105 points, Gordon is certainly a strong candidate.

Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa, £8.8m) vs Sheffield United (A)

Aston Villa, positioned fifth in the league tables, will engage Sheffield United who are languishing at the bottom this week. It likely presents a favorable matchup for the Villans’ spectacular forward Ollie Watkins. He boasts ten goals and ten assists accumulating a total points tally of 128; making him one of the top selections.

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Dominic Solanke (Bournemouth, £7.1m) vs Nottingham Forest (H)

Dominic Solanke has also been nothing short of impressive this season. The Bournemouth forward so far has clinched thirteen goals. Furthermore, he’s holding onto 108 FPL points averaging out a respectable figure of 5.1 per game.

Cole Palmer (Chelsea, £5.8m) vs Wolves (H)

Despite Chelsea’s recent humiliating 1-4 defeat to Liverpool, their forthcoming fixture against Wolves may pave the way for renewed optimism for even Cole Plamer. The English winger has nine goals and four assists earning him an aggregate total of 104 FPL points, becoming yet another firm pick-worthy gameweek gamble.

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