Haaland’s Record-Breaking FPL Price: Is It a Tactical Error Not to Choose Him?
The new Premier League season is just around the corner, and for fantasy football fans, the most-awaited moment has finally arrived – the release of Fantasy Premier League (FPL) prices. And what do we get? A whopping $15m price tag on the red-hot Erling Haaland, making him the most expensive player in the game’s history!
Haaland, the Norwegian superstar, is certainly a force to be reckoned with, having bagged an incredible 217 points in his FPL debut season and avoiding international commitments this summer. But has his price risen too high?
Fantasy football is a game of strategy and calculated risks, and Haaland taking up 15% of a player’s budget is a significant investment. However, with statistics showing he was owned by 73% of FPL fans by the end of the 23/24 season, it’s no surprise he has become a premium pick. After all, who wouldn’t want the premier goal-scorer at their disposal?
But does having Haaland in your starting line-up come with an exclusive club, making him essentially a necessity? Not if you’re on a budget. Yes, Haaland might boast an impressive 217 points from last season, but is $15m worth the investment if it means sacrificing other top picks on your team?
One FPL enthusiast shares our skepticism, cautioning that ignoring Haaland is a tactical error: "Having Haaland on your Fantasy football team is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. You can’t just put him in your team, and have him sitting on the bench; Haaland has to start!"
Time will tell if Haaland’s record-breaking price will translate into FPL success, and whether the majority of fans will stick by their star man. One thing, though, is certain – having a Haaland-less squad wouldn’t be the most advisable option either.
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