The Fantasy Premier League forward template has seen another big change in recent weeks, with Brentford’s Igor Thiago (£7.1m) Players who transferred the most in Game Week 22.

of liverpool Hugo Ekitike (£8.9m) He is a highly owned player who has missed the past two games due to injury and is starting to make his way. However, he returned from the bench in Monday’s FA Cup match against Barnsley.

Please add only one goal Erling Haaland (£15.1m) Over the past four game weeks, we’ve hit a crossroads on the front. So who is the best choice?

Thiago vs Equitique

I was one of the many FPL managers who sold Thiago to Ekitike during the festival period due to a clash of form and fixtures.

Thiago had missed four games in a row and his fundamental numbers had dropped significantly. But since then, he has five goals and one assist in his last four games. Those five goals came during the two games Ekitike missed with injury, and the Liverpool forward recorded just one assist in the same period.

Thiago ranks first for big chances on goal (seven) over the past four gameweeks, while ranking second for big chances created (three).

However, Brentford’s run of good matches is coming to an end, with three of their next four games being away to Chelsea, Aston Villa and Newcastle United. However, the fact that he has already started 20 games and scored 16 goals this season cannot be ignored, and he feels close to an indispensable player at the moment.

In fact, I think our main front line at the moment should include both Thiago and Ekitike in addition to Haaland. Liverpool next face Burnley (H), before facing Bournemouth (A) and Newcastle United (H). Ekitike are a team that has already scored goals this season.

Is Haaland a permanent captain?

Haaland’s decline in form has been a headache for FPL managers, with his penalty conversion against Brighton & Hove Albion his only return in the top four.

I’m not saying the Manchester City striker should be sold. He has scored a season-leading 20 goals and ranks second in shots (17) over the past four game weeks. His form could mean alternative options for the captaincy could be considered. Ekitike is among the reliable alternatives for Gameweek 21.

However, it must be noted that Manchester United are one of Haaland’s favorite opponents, having grown up as a City fan. He has eight goals and three assists in six Premier League games against City, including two goals and one assist in City’s recent 3-0 win at Old Trafford.

There is a possibility that he will be rested until the 23rd match against Wolves, with manager Josep Guardiola recently reportedly saying, “Erling is tired so we will rest him.”

Only Wolves and West Ham have conceded more goals to Erling Haaland than Manchester United (Carl Recine/Getty Images)

alternative forward

While the new template may seem obvious, there are many alternatives to consider. It was fun to own it Dominic Calvert-Lewin (£6m) In the last few weeks.

The Leeds United striker has scored two goals in three starts in the last four games, taking his tally to 11 goals this season. His basic numbers have decreased since his six-game scoring streak, and this time he only had six shots and one big chance. However, Leeds are ready for the game and next face Fulham at home.

When it comes to fundamental numbers, it’s Manchester United. Benjamin Sesco (£7.2m) He leads all players in shots, with 19 over the past four game weeks.

He has scored two goals from six big chances and could continue to develop as the club undergoes a period of change with Michael Carrick taking over as interim manager. Sesco could be the player to watch on Matchday 24 as United have two tricky games ahead of them against Manchester City and Arsenal.

Could Benjamin Sesco benefit from Manchester United’s managerial change? (Karl Lesseen/Getty Images)

Ollie Watkins (£8.8m) The Aston Villa striker has scored four goals in the last four games and is another player to keep an eye on. His numbers are equally convincing, with 15 shots and seven big chances on goal. My only concern is Villa’s decline in form after Arsenal ended their winning streak.

They struggled to create chances in the 21st game against Crystal Palace, but they solidified their game again this weekend against Everton.

Recommendations according to your budget

Several cost-effective picks have emerged, including the Wolves striker. Matheus Mane (£4.5m) Since making his first start in Game 18, he has recorded two goals and one assist.

He has 10 shots on goal during this time, suggesting those returns may be sustainable. His team is unbeaten in their last three games, which is very important.

of bournemouth Eli Junior Crupi (£4.6m) He returned as a starter and scored in consecutive games. He has scored 7 goals this season. He could just be the man to score goals during Cherries’ transformational period since leaving the club. Antoine Semenyo (£7.6m) to Manchester City Justin Kluivert (£7m) I am undergoing knee surgery.