⚽ Low-Owned Picks for Gameweek 23

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A fine advert for the Premier League this week with some cracking fixtures. Luton and Sheffield United got off to fliers whilst Man Utd lurched to an eventual victory having demolished Wolves in the first half. For those, like myself, that have torn up their teamsheets in frustration having witnessed Darwin Nunez hit more bars in one night than a young Robert Downey Jr., the next round of fixtures can't come quick enough. Fortunately they arrive tomorrow. Here are the next round of low-owned gems for your consideration.

Connor Bradley (LIV) DEF Ownership: 3.6% Next Fixture: ARS (A)
What a few weeks for the young man. Two Premier League starts, one goal and three assists and he now even finds himself atop the draft fantasy football low-owned gems list. Phenomenal stuff. For all the plaudits, it is of course worth reminding that a certain Trent Alexander Arnold is once again fit for right back duties and Liverpool face Arsenal next. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see Bradley's claim for the right back slot gifting Klopp with the perfect opportunity to reintroduce Trent to the midfield role that he closed out last season with. Should this be the case, both assets will present fantastic fantasy points potential, but one far more likely to be available still than the other. My advice is to grab Bradley now, just in case.

Malo Gusto (CHE) DEF Ownership: 25.7% Next Fixture: WOL (H)
Whilst penalty appeals could have changed the complexion and indeed outcome of the eventual 4-1 defeat to Liverpool, Chelsea weren't ever really at the races in this fixture truth be told. However, Gusto was one player that looked bright on arrival and along with Christopher Nkunku, could find themselves back in the starting eleven for a trip to a Wolves side that could well be somewhat deflated on the back of a rollercoaster of a game against Manchester United just yesterday evening. Should Chelsea bounce back, Gusto will present points potential at both ends of the pitch and a worthwhile addition to the backline of many a fantasy team.

Leon Bailey (AVL) MID Ownership: 37.8% Next Fixture: SHU (A)
Having been rested in the midweek loss at Newcastle, Bailey should expect to see his return to the starting 11. Indeed, it was Bailey who turned provider for Watkins consolation goal and having hit a rich vein of form in recent weeks and Moussa Diaby starting to blow hot and cold, I can only see Emery opting to reinstate the Jamaican to the wing for this plum fixture vs a pretty leaky Blades defence.

Emile Smith-Rowe (ARS) MID Ownership: 3.8% Next Fixture: LIV (H)
Once the shining light of a post-Wenger Arsenal side, Smith-Rowe has struggled for form and fitness in the past couple of seasons. A surprise start in midweek, Smith-Rowe did his chances of securing a spot in the side no harm with a decent performance that did once again beg the question as to why Arsenal forked out so much for Kai Havertz with Trossard and Smith-Rowe already on the books. Regardless, there are many out there who would love to see Emile get a run in the side and start to add points to performances and with a hectic fixture calendar looming, I expect to see plenty more opportunities to do just that.

Antoine Semenyo (BOU) MID Ownership: 13.8% Next Fixture: NFO (H)
Always a livewire, Semenyo was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet on his return from international duties at the African Cup of Nations. An excellent save from Alphonse Areola denied the Ghanaian a goal in midweek, but he remained a threat throughout the first half. With Nottingham Forest up next, I expect Semenyo to get another chance for glory and for those willing to roll the dice on a third striker pick, you should add this name to your list of options.

That will do it for this week from Draft Fantasy! Best of luck on the waiver wire!

This post was written by Peter W.

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