Drop
Ross Barkley
One of the brightest future
prospects of England yet is clearly a little shorn of self-belief. The
Evertonian is somewhat facing a rough campaign so far, being labelled with
enormous price tag, he has been hit with injuries. Additionally, since
returning from the medical room, he hasn’t lifted the Everton midfield with
impactful performances. Against Leicester City last weekend where the Toffees
failed to build on momentum after their Europa League triumph, he went on
playing too deep as the match progressed, leaving Lukaku being isolated
upfront. On the other hand, Roberto Martinez has hit back the undesirable comments
about Barkley, shielding up the 21-year old with vast belief. The Merseyside
Blues travel to London this weekend to face an impressive Arsenal side who are
currently holding on to the third spot in the league. With the dynamism and
creativity embraced by The Gunners in the middle of the park, Barkey might just
be over-whelmed.
Punt
Ander Herrera
The former Athletic Bilbao
midfielder scored a well-taken goal in the 2-1 downfall to Swansea City last
weekend. The Spanish international is highly rated by the fans but Louis Van
Gaal still does not favour him much as he has only made seven starts in the league
this season. He has the capability to turn on plus maintain the tempo in the
heart of midfield, registering three goals and three assists. Another intriguing
hint by Van Gaal on scouting another creative midfielder seems to cause more muddle.
Manchester United now do have handful players to choose from to fill the center
positions, only Michael Carrick still lacking match fitness. It creates more
doubt over his playing minutes. However, he fielded a convincing performance at
the Liberty Stadium in the previous match, therefore should be given the nod
when the Red Devils welcome Sunderland this Saturday. Another big money signing
not given chance to outcast his utmost aptitude!
Hot
Santiago Cazorla
The sizzling Spanish international
was inspiring once again when Arsenal sealed a narrow victory over Crystal
Palace in the previous league encounter, making no mistake from the spot kick
for the opening goal. The Gunners as a unit were inexcusably poor in their 3-1
defeat to Monaco in the Champions League round of 16. Arsene Wenger’s side will welcome the fluctuating
Everton this weekend in a must-win battle to keep clutch on to the valuable
third spot. Together with Ozil and Sanchez, the attacking presence from the
middle of the park if very much dangerous plus looking at the visitors’ rickety
backline, they would have lots of leeway. A strong contender for the fantasy premier league squad!
Star Picks
David Silva – The dazzling Spaniard ran riot against Newcastle
United, his inventiveness and clinical strikes were just too much for The
Magpies.
Jonjo Shelvey – A stunning thunderbolt to seize maximum points for
The Swans last weekend.
Angel Di Maria – The former Real Madrid winger made his assist tally
to double figure in the previous match, gradually picking up his
season-beginning terrific form.
Alexis Sanchez – The Chilean energizer of Arsenal has a dozen goals
this season!
Raheem Sterling – The England international ensured all three points
were heading to Anfield with a fine goal in the second half against Southampton
last weekend.
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