Let’s be honest, choosing a goalkeeper in FPL is usually about as exciting as watching a 0 to 0 draw between two teams parked in their own six yard boxes. We all want the 15 point hauls from our midfielders, but while you are busy crying over your captain blanking, a solid man between the sticks is quietly saving your Gameweek.
As we stare down the barrel of the final ten weeks, the goalkeeper slot is no longer a set and forget luxury. It is a tactical battlefield. Whether you are protecting a mini league lead or desperately chasing that guy in your office who auto picked his team in August, here are the top 3 keepers to carry you to glory.
1. The Clean Sheet Robot: David Raya (Arsenal) 🤖
Price: £6.0m | Ownership: 28.4%
If Arsenal’s defence were a car, it would be a Volvo. Unflashy, slightly expensive, but virtually impossible to crash. David Raya is the pilot of this defensive machine, and he is currently making a mockery of the Golden Glove race.
- Total Points: 112 (Rank: 1st)
- The Vibe: He does not make many saves because the opposition is not allowed to shoot, but those 6 point clean sheets are as reliable as a London rainstorm.
- The Run In: 🟢 Cruises into Easy Street.
- Upcoming: Chelsea (H), Brighton (A), Everton (H).
- Verdict: Except for a tricky trip to Man City in GW33, his schedule looks like a stroll in the park. If you have the cash, just buy him and stop worrying.
2. The Carrick Era Catalyst: Senne Lammens (Man United) 👹
Price: £4.5m | Ownership: 9.2%
Remember when Manchester United’s defence was a recurring comedy sketch? Michael Carrick clearly did not find it funny. Since Senne Lammens took the gloves, the Red Devils have actually started defending. At £4.5m, he is the budget enabler that allows you to afford the Haaland, Salah and Palmer triple threat.
- Total Points: 68 (since becoming a regular starter)
- The Vibe: High risk, high reward. He is a Save Point magnet because United still give up shots, but Lammens has the cat like reflexes to keep them out.
- The Run In: 🟡 Mixed Grill.
- Upcoming: Crystal Palace (H), Newcastle (A), Aston Villa (H).
- Verdict: Palace at home is a clean sheet waiting to happen. The away days at Newcastle and Chelsea are tough, but expect Save Bonus points to keep his floor high.
3. The Save Point King: Robin Roefs (Sunderland) 🐱
Price: £4.9m | Ownership: 14.1%
If you want a keeper who treats every match like a Champions League final, Roefs is your man. Sunderland might not be the most glamorous team in the league, but Roefs is a genuine FPL superstar. He is currently second only to Raya in total points, which is insane given the price difference.
- Total Points: 108 (Rank: 2nd)
- The Vibe: The ultimate Blue Collar keeper. He will concede a goal, sure, but he will make 9 saves and steal 2 bonus points anyway.
- The Run In: 🔴 Buckle Up, it is Bumpy.
- Upcoming: Bournemouth (A), Leeds (A), Brighton (H).
- Verdict: The fixtures are actually quite difficult (FDR 3 and 4), but that is exactly why we love him. Harder fixtures equal more shots equal more save points. He is the perfect pick for the Maverick manager.
🏆 Pro Tip: The Bank Balance Strategy
If you are chasing a lead, Senne Lammens is the smartest play. That extra £1.5m you save over Raya is the difference between starting a bench warmer and starting a premium midfielder who can actually get you a double digit haul.
