Premier League Gameweek Fantasy Football Picks – Round 25

02/05/2026 2610

The transfer window has closed and Premier League teams are ready for the final stretch of the campaign. Likewise, Forebet is ready with its fantasy football squad for Gameweek 25, with a few familiar names and a few reshuffles away from players we favored in previous weeks. So, below is our Fantasy Premier League 15-man squad that rewards FPL managers who look to combine steady minutes with targeted upside.

The squad below blends defenders who stack Bonus Point System actions, midfielders with multiple avenues to returns, and strikers who live in premium shooting zones. Cross-check prices and recent scores on the Transfers page to fine-tune bench order and any late tweaks.

The 15-man Squad (3–4–3)

Goalkeepers

Robert Sánchez (GK, CHE)

Sánchez offers reliable value for a side trending sturdier against mid-table opponents. He’s composed on high balls, tidy with distribution, and quick to smother loose efforts, all of which are small details that nudge him toward bonus in narrow victories. When fixtures ease, you can project a clean sheet with two to four routine saves; on tougher days he still collects enough work to soften setbacks. The fee is friendly compared with keepers behind elite back lines, letting you spend in attack without entering weekly roulette. Start at home or in neutral matchups and expect calm six-to-eight pointers across this next run.

Jordan Pickford (GK, EVE)

Pickford’s profile is Fantasy-friendly: frequent medium-range attempts turn into save points, and Everton’s compact setup converts plenty of even contests into 1–0s. He manages tempo late, claims cleanly under pressure, and launches quick counters that the BPS quietly appreciates. Set-piece organisation in front of him helps lock down leads, and he often sneaks bonus when a shut-out arrives. Pricewise he sits a tier below the priciest stoppers while offering comparable ceilings during kinder schedules. Rotate with Sánchez depending on the opponent and avoid spending transfers in goal. A sturdy pillar for Gameweek 25 and the short term beyond.

Defenders

Marcos Senesi (DEF, BOU)

Senesi brings more than clean-sheet hope. He’s aggressive attacking first balls on corners, dangerous on flick-ons, and alive to second-phase shots—routes that can flip a routine six into a double-digit return. Bournemouth’s shape has tightened against comparable sides, and Senesi’s timing on blocks and clearances stacks BPS in low-event wins. He’s priced in the rotate-and-start sweet spot: bench against top two attacks, deploy confidently when the fixture looks even or green. Across four to six gameweeks, expect steady sixes with one or two spikes. A dependable value pick who doesn’t force future surgery elsewhere in your squad.

Trevoh Chalobah (DEF, CHE)

Chalobah is a cost-efficient door into Chelsea’s improving defensive numbers. He reads danger early, racks up clearances and interceptions, and offers genuine aerial threat on attacking dead balls. Versatility (CB/RB) keeps him in the frame when injuries bite; when he starts, he generally finishes. Because his fee sits in the enabling tier, you can hold a premium forward line while still fielding a startable defender in home matches and mid-table coin-flips. He won’t headline a week, but over a month he quietly builds totals through repeatable actions. Ideal as a fourth defender who’s easy to rotate.

Matty Cash (DEF, AVL)

Cash supplies attacking electricity from deep. He overlaps aggressively, hits early cut-backs, and crashes the far post for sneaky chances—patterns that yield points even if the clean sheet slips. Villa’s home form supports defensive returns against mid-range opponents, and Cash’s recoveries plus duels won help in the BPS race when the scoreline is tight. The price undercuts headline wing-backs yet the ceiling is comparable in favourable stretches. Start confidently in green fixtures and neutral away days; bench in red-flag spots without regret. If you want a defender who scores through both sides of the matrix, Cash is your man.

Michael Keane (DEF, EVE)

Keane fits the classic value mould: reliable 90s, dominance in the air, and consistent involvement at set pieces. Everton funnel deliveries into zones he controls, adding clearances and blocks that push him toward bonus when they edge a 1–0. He’s a back-post target from corners, giving him a realistic route to tens a few times each season. His price preserves structure while offering a credible start whenever the schedule softens. Use him aggressively in home fixtures and mid-table matchups; rotate out against elite attacks. Low drama, steady points, and a ceiling that appears more often than people expect.

James Tarkowski (DEF, EVE)

Tarkowski remains a points sponge at the heart of Everton’s defensive scheme. Clearances, blocks, interception, and more, as he piles them up in compact games, and when the clean sheet lands, bonus usually follows. He’s also the primary aerial option from corners and deep free-kicks, keeping a 12-pointer on the table in the right matchup. Availability is near iron-clad, which is invaluable through busy periods. The fee is kind for a centre-back who regularly matches costlier defenders over friendly runs. If you like predictable sixes with occasional spikes, Tarkowski is a go-to pick for Gameweek 25 and beyond.

Midfielders

Declan Rice (MID, ARS)

Rice offers week-to-week stability with growing attacking bite. He steps into the D for second-phase efforts, wins turnovers that immediately sustain pressure, and tidies transitions so Arsenal stay camped high. Those contributions build a sturdy floor, with bonus often following in tight victories. Because his fee sits below premium creators, you can start him every week without compromising your star slots. When the schedule tilts favourable, his late runs and rebounded strikes become meaningful. Exactly the kind of glue who lets you be adventurous elsewhere while still posting fours, sixes, and the occasional eight when game state cooperates.

Anderson (MID, NFO)

Anderson brings relentless running and neat ball progression to the middle third, with enough end-product to matter when matchups lean friendly. He drifts into half-spaces to combine, releases wide runners early, and arrives late around the box for medium-probability attempts. Defensive contribution, such as pressures, tackles, recoveries—adds small BPS edges that turn a routine appearance into a useful return in close wins. His price tag on the Transfers hub keeps team shape intact, making him a solid M4 who can be started more often than benched. When opponents sit off, Anderson’s willingness to punch passes between lines becomes particularly valuable.

Florian Wirtz (MID, LIV)

Wirtz is finally getting into the form Liverpool expected when they bought him last summer. Right now, he is the creative hub with excellent decision-making Merseysiders need and that form resurgence comes at an excellent time as they are about to host Manchester City. On paper, this is a "red fixture," but with City's suffering from lots of defensive absences and with the game being at Anfield, Wirtz has the perfect opportunity to shine both on the pitch and for FPL managers. If you’re seeking a technically gifted midfielder who rewards patience and fits alongside a premium forward line, Wirtz is an elegant solution for GW25 and the next few weeks.

Bruno Fernandes (MID, MUN)

Bruno remains a central conductor with numerous scoring avenues. He sees a slice of set duties, fires from dangerous pockets near the penalty spot, and constantly feeds runners with slide-rule passes. Even on quieter days, his chance creation and tidy retention keep him in the bonus discussion after narrow victories. He rarely misses minutes and is seldom withdrawn early, which is priceless in congested stretches. The price is punchy but justified by consistency and ceiling. In a friendly fixture he’s a viable vice-armband; in neutral ones, he’s a lock to start. One of the most dependable mids in the pool.

Casemiro (MID, MUN)

Casemiro provides an unusual Fantasy mix: ball-winning that the scoring model notices and late arrivals that generate sneaky attempts. He breaks play, restarts attacks quickly, and positions for second balls at the top of the box. In tight matches, those recoveries and interceptions earn baseline that can bloom into bonus when his team keep things tidy. He carries set-piece threat on recycled phases and is priced sensibly compared with other nailed midfielders. As an M3/M4, he stabilises your floor while leaving funds for premium forwards. Start in green fixtures and neutral home ties; bench only in genuine red spots.

Forwards

Erling Haaland (FWD, MCI)

Despite a recent dip in form, Haaland remains the most common solution choice for attacking options. City play Liverpool in Gameweek 25, which is a red fixture, but Forebet's algorithm expects a high chance for BTTS and a likely 2-2 draw, which makes Haaland a good choice for FPL managers even for this weekend. And, with a favourable games coming after Gameweek 25, structure your team around Haaland and let differential gains come from your midfield or second striker. When decisions get noisy, backing the forward with the best shot locations is usually the cleanest route to green arrows.

João Pedro (FWD, CHE)

João Pedro's form is getting better and better in recent weeks and he blends goals from open play with clever movement across the line. He slaloms into pockets, arrives unmarked for first-time finishes, and combines smoothly before spinning into space. Chelsea create exactly the pull-backs and squared balls he thrives on, keeping his chance quality high even without massive shot volume. Recent outings show strong involvement and minutes that support regular starts. Compared with many forwards in his bracket, he offers both reliability and spike potential, especially at home. In friendly fixtures he’s a legitimate double-digit candidate and pairs neatly with a premium plus a value striker for balance.

Hugo Ekitike (FWD, LIV)

With Isaak still out, Ekitike is not only a guaranteed starter, but he also gets in better and better form in recent weeks. He offers fantasy football managers a mid-priced access to a centre-forward’s shot map and he goes against City's injury-hit defense this weekend. Ekitike pins centre-backs, darts across the near post for low deliveries, and stays switched on for ricochets—repeatable actions that translate into sustainable xG versus mid-table opposition. Link play has sharpened, helping teammates create higher-value looks while keeping him centrally involved. The salary tier is gentle enough to maintain a heavy hitter elsewhere without skewing structure. Start him when territory should tilt his way; otherwise, he’s an excellent first substitute who protects you from late surprises. Over a three-to-four match window, those small, reliable chances add up.

Suggested XI for GW25 (3–4–3)

Sánchez

Tarkowski – Cash – Senesi

Bruno Fernandes (VC) – Rice – Wirtz – Anderson

Haaland (C) – João Pedro – Ekitike

Bench: Pickford, Keane, Chalobah, Casemiro (rotate Keane/Chalobah based on flags and opponent profile).

Armband view

Haaland’s shot diet and penalties keep him top choice. If you want a hedge, Bruno’s centrality and volume of key passes make a strong vice in favourable matchups.

Final thought

FPL managers should prioritise secure minutes, repeatable roles, and prices that don’t distort the rest of your build. Let this core tick over while you use a transfer or two to chase short-term edges in GW25 in the Fantasy Premier League.