The Scout pinpoints players who could be set to deliver their most successful ever campaign in Fantasy Premier League this season.
Martin Odegaard (ARS) £6.5m
The Arsenal playmaker finished his first full season in Fantasy as the 20th top-scoring midfielder last term, totalling 131 points.
Odegaard scored seven goals and supplied a further four assists, in addition to collecting nine bonus points.
The underlying statistics highlight his all-round influence on Arsenal's attack, with his 53 shots and 21 shots on target both putting him among their top three players.
The Norwegian’s 77 key passes last season were more than any team-mate and placed third among all midfielders in 2021/22 Fantasy.
And a major share of set-piece duties also lifted his creative potential.
Odegaard’s potential for assists in 2022/23 has been boosted by the arrival of centre-forward Gabriel Jesus (£8.0m).
The Brazilian has been quick to make an impact over the summer, scoring twice on his Arsenal debut.
Odegaard has been handed a favourable price tag this season, costing £1.5m less than Gunners winger Bukayo Saka (£8.0m).
Arsenal's first five Gameweeks
| GW | Opp | FDR |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CRY (A) | 2 |
| 2 | LEI (H) | 3 |
| 3 | BOU (A) | 2 |
| 4 | FUL (H) | 2 |
| 5 | AVL (H) | 2 |
Arsenal’s early schedule gives Odegaard the chance to bring in big returns from the opening month of the new campaign.
According to the Fixture Difficulty Ratings (FDR), four of their five matches in August score only two.
Odegaard’s potential for goals and assists can make him a major asset for Arsenal in that run, establishing him as a strong source of value in Fantasy.
Also in this series
Part 1: Kai Havertz (CHE)
Part 2: Kieran Trippier (NEW)
Part 3: Michael Olise (CRY)
Part 4: Jadon Sancho (MUN)
Part 5: James Justin (LEI)
