As Fantasy Premier League enters gameweek four, managers face key decisions. Cole Palmer (£9.6m) and Morgan Rogers (£7.6m) are hot Chelsea substitutes, with Palmer offering higher goal threat and penalty duties; pairing them with Joao Pedro (£7.7m) could be worthwhile against Hull. Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo (£7.3m) leads pickups despite a recent adductor concern, while Alexander Isak (£9.1m) sits second in scoring but is pricier. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes (£12m) and Bryan Mbeumo (£7.9m) remain strong holds after Carrick’s 2‑0 win over City. Arsenal’s defence looks safe, with Ezri Konsa (£4.4m) and a double‑up on David Raya (£6m) or Gabriel (£8m) recommended. Budget mid‑field options include Pascal Gross (£5.6m). For captaincy, Palmer leads due to penalty status and shots, but Erling Haaland (£15.5m) remains a threat despite an away fixture.

Key picks balance risk and reward, focusing on high‑scoring attackers, reliable defenders, and midfielders with consistent chance creation. Managers must weigh recent form, pricing, and injury doubts to optimise their squads.