{
  "id": 13047749,
  "title": "What to do with Joao Pedro? FPL gameweek six dilemmas",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/what-to-do-with-joao-pedro-fpl-gameweek-six-dilemmas",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T06:18:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport Football",
    "slug": "bbc-sport-football",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cq4g1pk9w8y0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "What to do with Joao Pedro? FPL gameweek six dilemmas\n\nPras, BBC Sport's Fantasy Premier League expert, weighs in on the biggest dilemmas for managers ahead of gameweek six. Despite being the most sold player of the international break, Pedro remains a top pick due to his impressive points-per-million ratio. With Chelsea's fixtures looking strong, keeping Pedro and using the bench is advised unless manager Xabi Alonso has concerns about his fitness.\n\nThe captaincy decision is challenging. Erling Haaland is away at Liverpool, leaving Erling Haaland's replacement as a key decision. Cole Palmer, home to Bournemouth, and Bukayo Saka, at home to Leeds, both present viable options. Fernandes, with the best fixture and scoring potential, is also on the table. For those seeking a different approach, Saka and Palmer are suggested, but concerns about potential injuries and the impact on team performance arise.\n\nIf a new buy is desired, Cristhian Mosquera is recommended, despite a slight niggle from England duty. William Saliba also shows promise. On the wildcard and free transfer front, Fulham's Gonzalo Garcia is favored over Josh King, despite the latter's strong data (0.44 xGI) and solid minutes. However, concerns about Fulham's role in the team and Iraola's tactical choices persist. The Brighton midfielder, with a low ownership rate and frequent 90-minute appearances, remains a safe choice for set-and-forget gameplay.",
  "summary": "BBC Sport's Fantasy Premier League expert FPL Pras gives his answers to some of the biggest dilemmas facing managers in gameweek six.",
  "key_points": [
    "Pedro remains top pick despite being most sold player of the week",
    "Decision on Erling Haaland replacement crucial for managers",
    "Cristhian Mosquera recommended as new buy with slight niggle"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Managers clinging to Joao Pedro ahead of gameweek six look set to be rewarded given Chelsea's strong fixtures, while others face captaincy dilemmas and tough transfer decisions.",
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        "title": "What to do with Joao Pedro? FPL gameweek six dilemmas",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/what-to-do-with-joao-pedro-fpl-gameweek-six-dilemmas-13048120",
        "published": "2026-10-09T06:18:15.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}