The wait is over, Fantasy Premier League 2025/26 is live, and the biggest stars in the game come with even bigger price tags. Topping the list is Liverpool’s talisman Mohamed Salah, whose sensational 344-point season sees him enter the new campaign as the most expensive FPL asset ever at £14.5m.
Hot on his heels is Manchester City’s goal machine Erling Haaland, who retains elite status with a £14.0m valuation. The pair headline what is shaping up to be the most competitive fantasy season yet, as managers scramble to balance budgets and stack squads with point-scoring powerhouses.
FPL’s Most Expensive Players: The Premium Pool
Salah’s record-breaking price reflects his remarkable form in 2024/25, where he finished as the league’s top scorer (29 goals) and most prolific creator (18 assists). It marks a £2.0m rise from his starting price last season.
Haaland, while quieter than in previous campaigns, remains a fantasy mainstay at £14.0m. Newcastle’s Alexander Isak and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer follow at £10.5m each, a nod to their emergence as reliable attacking assets.
Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka rounds out the top five with a £10.0m tag, offering managers a slightly more budget-friendly option among premium midfielders.
Position Breakdown: Who Costs What?
Goalkeepers
Top-tier stoppers such as David Raya, Alisson, Ederson, and Jordan Pickford all share the top bracket at £5.5m. Just behind them at £5.0m are consistent performers like Andre Onana, Emiliano Martinez, and Nick Pope, offering balance for managers seeking savings at the back.
Defenders
The £6.0m club includes Gabriel and William Saliba from Arsenal, Liverpool’s Andy Robertson and Virgil van Dijk, and Manchester City’s Josko Gvardiol. Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez also join this elite tier, an interesting shift suggesting offensive full-backs are being valued higher in the new meta.
Midfielders
Salah’s £14.5m leads the way, followed by Palmer (£10.5m), Saka (£10.0m), and Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes (£9.0m). New names like Florian Wirtz and Omar Marmoush enter at £8.5m, indicating FPL’s nod to continental form and incoming talent.
Notably, players like Heung-Min Son, Martin Ødegaard, Phil Foden, and Luis Diaz are all available for £8.0m, a rich midfield tier that presents value and flexibility.
Forwards
Aside from Haaland and Isak, Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins (£9.0m) and West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen (£8.0m) headline the mid-tier. Bargain hunters will eye players like Kai Havertz, Yoane Wissa, and Joao Pedro, all priced at £7.5m, for their differential potential.
West Ham Prices Revealed: Bowen Gets Boost
Over at West Ham, Bowen shifts from midfield to forward and sees a price bump to £8.0m after scoring 193 points last season. Supporting him in attack are Niclas Füllkrug (£6.0m) and Callum Marshall (£4.5m).
In midfield, Souček (£6.0m), Paquetá (£6.0m), and Ward-Prowse (£6.0m) offer strong value, with Crysencio Summerville (£5.5m) listed as a potential differential once fit.
Eight Hammers defenders, including Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Jean-Clair Todibo, are priced at a solid £4.5m, ideal for managers looking to stretch their squad depth without sacrificing quality.
New Chips, New Rules
This season, Fantasy Premier League 2025/26 introduces double chips: Wildcard, Free Hit, Triple Captain, and Bench Boost, now usable once in each half of the season, giving managers eight total chips.
There are also changes to the points system. Defenders now earn two points for 10 combined clearances, blocks, interceptions, and tackles (CBIT). Midfielders and forwards can earn similar rewards for 12 defensive contributions (CBIRT), including ball recoveries.
Assists have also been simplified, and bonus points are more transparent, streamlining tracking for fantasy managers.
Planning Your Squad? Watch the Market
Player prices will fluctuate based on ownership and transfers, so early movers could benefit from rising asset values. With a £100m budget, value picks in defense and midfield will be crucial if you want to squeeze in both Salah and Haaland.
As ever, choosing differentials and knowing when to play your chips could be the key to climbing the ranks.
Want to win big?
bet365 is also back with its own fantasy game for the 2025/26 season, offering a £50,000 prize pool. The winner bags £10,000, with £3,000 and £2,500 going to second and third.
Final Word
With updated rules, fresh faces, and the return of elite scorers, Fantasy Premier League 2025/26 promises thrills, heartbreaks, and plenty of competition. Whether you’re targeting mini-league glory or global bragging rights, one thing’s for sure: every point will count.
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