£4.0m - Dubravka (Goalkeeper, Burnley)
Martin Dubravka is a standout £4.0m goalkeeper option, having joined Burnley from Newcastle United for £2m in the summer of 2025. The 36-year-old Slovakian is expected to claim the number-one spot following James Trafford’s move to Manchester City. Burnley’s exceptional defensive record in the 2024/25 Championship season—conceding just 16 goals in 46 matches with 30 clean sheets—makes Dubravka a prime candidate for clean sheet points. His Premier League experience, including five clean sheets in 10 starts for Newcastle last season, adds reliability.
£4.0m - Esteve (Defender, Burnley)
At £4.0m, Maxime Esteve is one of the best budget defenders in FPL. The 23-year-old French centre-back was a cornerstone of Burnley’s Championship-winning campaign, starting every game and earning a spot in the Championship Team of the Season. Burnley’s league-best 0.35 goals conceded per match suggests Esteve could rack up clean sheet points in the Premier League. The new CBIT (Clearances, Blocks, Interceptions, and Tackles) bonus system, awarding two extra points for 10+ defensive actions, favours Esteve, who ranked ninth in the Championship for blocks last season.
£4.0m - Hartman (Defender, Burnley)
Quilindschy Hartman, a 22-year-old Dutch left-back on loan from Feyenoord, is a £4.0m wildcard for Burnley. His regular starts in the Eredivisie and 0.15 non-penalty expected goals plus assists (xG+xA) per 90 minutes highlight his attacking potential, particularly through crossing. Burnley's return to the Premier League under Scott Parker could see Hartman thrive in an attacking full-back role.
£4.0m - Gudmundsson (Defender, Leeds)
Gabriel Gudmundsson, a 26-year-old Swedish defender, is a £4.0m option likely to start for Leeds United. Playing primarily as a left-back but versatile enough to feature in midfield, Gudmundsson was a regular in Leeds’ 2024/25 Championship season, which saw them boast the league’s lowest expected goals against (xGA). His 0.11 xG+xA per 90 suggests modest attacking output, mainly through crosses to forwards like Joel Piroe. Leeds’ favorable early fixtures (Everton, Fulham, Wolves, Bournemouth) enhance his appeal.
£4.0m - Rodon (Defender, Leeds)
Joe Rodon, priced at £4.0m this season is an excellent budget pick due to his guaranteed starting role and Leeds United’s defensive strength. As a mainstay in Leeds’ backline, Rodon started all 46 Championship games in 2024/25, contributing to 21 clean sheets and a league-best expected goals against (xGA) of 29.6, showcasing his reliability and defensive solidity.
£4.0m - Reinildo (Defender, Sunderland)
Reinildo, a 31-year-old Mozambican left-back, offers £4.0m value at Sunderland. With Premier League experience from Atlético Madrid, Reinildo is expected to be a regular starter in Sunderland’s backline. The Black Cats’ promising transfer window and kind opening fixtures (West Ham, Burnley, Brentford, Crystal Palace, Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest) make him an attractive pick. The CBIT system could boost his points, given his defensive tenacity.
£5.0m - Le Fee (Midfielder, Sunderland)
Le Fée, a 25-year-old French midfielder, has become a key figure for Sunderland since joining on loan from Roma in January 2025, with his move made permanent for £19.3m after their Championship play-off success. He played a pivotal role in their promotion, featuring in 18 matches, scoring one goal, and providing four assists while creating 28 chances.
£5.0m - Dewsbury-Hall (Midfielder, Everton)
Dewsbury-Hall, a 26-year-old midfielder, joined Everton from Chelsea for £25m-£30m in August 2025, signing a five-year contract. After struggling for minutes at Chelsea (13 Premier League appearances, 2 starts in 2024/25), his move to Everton under David Moyes offers a fresh start. His standout 2023/24 Championship season with Leicester City, where he scored 12 goals and provided 14 assists in 44 matches, showcases his ability to deliver consistent attacking returns.
£5.0m - Sarr (Midfielder, Tottenham)
The 22-year-old Senegalese midfielder has become a cornerstone of Tottenham’s squad, starting 36 Premier League matches in 2024/25 under Ange Postecoglou and continuing to shine under new manager Thomas Frank. Sarr’s versatility as a box-to-box No. 8, combined with his energy and tackling, ensures regular minutes, with 104 appearances for Spurs to date, including a key role in their 2024/25 UEFA Europa League triumph.
£4.5m - Guiu (Forward, Sunderland)
The 19-year-old Spaniard, on loan from Chelsea for the 2025/26 season, is poised to compete for a starting role at Sunderland after limited minutes at Chelsea (71 Premier League minutes in 2024/25). His six goals in nine UEFA Conference League appearances, including a hat-trick against Shamrock Rovers, showcase his clinical finishing despite a small sample size. A reported game-time clause in his loan deal suggests Chelsea pushed for guaranteed minutes to aid his development, increasing the likelihood of regular starts under Regis Le Bris, especially as Sunderland aim to bolster their attack to avoid relegation.
