Gameweek 23 is a classic opportunity for controlled aggression. Ownership is still clustered around the obvious picks, which leaves room to gain ground with defenders carrying bonus and clean-sheet equity, plus midfielders offering creativity at budget prices. These selections balance genuine data-backed upside with low enough ownership to actually move rank if they hit.
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Decision
Compare these picks side-by-side before you lock your move.
Top Selected Differential Picks
O'Brien
EvertonSub-1% ownership immediately puts him in pure differential territory. Eight clean sheets and solid influence numbers suggest he benefits heavily when Everton keep things tight. Limited attacking threat, but this is a clean-sheet and appearance-value play designed for rank protection with upside.
Van Hecke
BrightonElite influence (636.6) and strong BPS (318) point to consistent bonus involvement when Brighton defend well. Add decent set-piece threat (xGI 2.67) and you’ve got a defender who doesn’t need attacking returns to score well.
Gravenberch
LiverpoolNot flashy, but quietly effective. Strong creativity (298.9), excellent BPS (433) and a steady PPG profile make him a reliable way into Liverpool’s midfield without paying premium prices. Bonus-heavy returns give him a solid floor.
E.Le Fée
SunderlandOne of the best data profiles at this price point. Huge creativity (464.6), strong xGI (6.08) and elite ICT (101.8) make him a classic assist-and-bonus differential. Ideal if you’re freeing cash without killing attacking output.
Alderete
SunderlandCheap, dependable and quietly productive. Six clean sheets with solid influence (448.2) and bonus involvement make him a useful enabler who can still return points. Less explosive than others, but great value at the price.
Key Takeaways
- Lowest-ownership punt: O'Brien — clean-sheet focused with genuine rank upside.
- Best bonus profile: Van Hecke — elite influence and BPS for a budget defender.
- Safe Liverpool exposure: Gravenberch — steady returns without premium cost.
- Best budget midfielder: E.Le Fée — creativity and xGI far exceed his price.
- Best enabler: Alderete — cheap defender who still delivers steady points.