SuperCoach EPL 2025: Are the most expensive fantasy football stars worth the risk?
They’re the biggest names in SuperCoach EPL and they’ll cost you. Mohamed Salah, Erling Haaland, Cole Palmer and Daniel Muñoz all come with premium price tags but are they must-haves or money traps? We break it down.
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When building your SuperCoach EPL squad, splashing the cash on premium players like Mo Salah or Erling Haaland can be tempting and sometimes essential.
But big price tags don’t always equal big returns.
Injuries, rotations and tactical changes can all turn a bank-breaking buy into a costly mistake, especially early in the season when cash generation and team flexibility are crucial.
The key is balance.
Lock in a couple of reliable premiums who have strong pre-season form, consistent minutes, and favourable early fixtures but leave room for mid-priced risers or underpriced guns.
Watch how new signings settle, how line-ups shape up and always keep one eye on value.
A £15m player who averages 12 points per game might not be as valuable as a £10m player averaging 10.
Above all, stay agile.
SuperCoach EPL isn’t won in Round 1 but you can fall behind fast.
Monitor form, jump on price rises and don’t be afraid to pivot when premiums don’t perform. The most expensive players carry big upside.
But it’s your strategy that makes or breaks the season.
Here we give a for and against the five most expensive players in SuperCoach EPL 2025 across each position – forwards, midfielders, defenders and keepers.
Forwards
Mohamed Salah (LIV)
Price: £15,550,000
Average Last Season: 14.7
Why pick him: Record-breaking scorer with elite consistency. He’s Liverpool’s heartbeat in attack and rarely goes two games without a return.
Why avoid: His premium price forces major compromises elsewhere in your squad.
Bryan Mbeumo (MUT)
Price: £12,380,000
Average Last Season: 11.7
Why pick him: Arrives at Manchester United off a strong season at Brentford. Now playing in a bigger system with more attacking support.
Why avoid: Yet to prove himself in a top-six side and could face stiff competition for minutes.
Alexander Isak (NEW)
Price: £11,610,000
Average Last Season: 11.0
Why pick him: Deadly inside the box and should be Newcastle’s main striker if he stays fit.
Why avoid: A rotation risk and may get limited minutes under Eddie Howe.
Erling Haaland (MAC)
Price: £11,570,000
Average Last Season: 11.0
Why pick him: The most explosive scorer in the game. Haaland can turn a blank gameweek into a hat-trick in minutes.
Why avoid: His injury history and Pep Guardiola’s rotation could mean the occasional no-show.
Matheus Cunha (MUT)
Price: £11,190,000
Average Last Season: 10.6
Why pick him: Brings flair and energy to United’s forward line with added potential under a structured system.
Why avoid: Still inconsistent in his final product and may not be first choice every week.
Midfielders
Cole Palmer (CHE)
Price: £12,720,000
Average Last Season: 12.1
Why pick him: Dominates Chelsea’s attacking play, including penalties and free kicks. A fantasy point magnet.
Why avoid: So widely owned that he offers little edge if he scores; blanks can hurt your rank.
Jarrod Bowen (WHU)
Price: £11,730,000
Average Last Season: 11.1
Why pick him: One of West Ham’s most reliable finishers and a real handful for defenders.
Why avoid: Doesn’t accumulate many assists and relies on goals to justify his price.
Bruno Fernandes (MUT)
Price: £11,490,000
Average Last Season: 10.9
Why pick him: Man United’s creative general and on penalties. When he’s on, the points flood in.
Why avoid: Prone to cold streaks and United’s attack can stall against strong opposition.
Amad Diallo (MUT)
Price: £10,920,000
Average Last Season: 10.3
Why pick him: A wildcard pick with game-changing speed and technical ability. Could explode if given a run.
Why avoid: Highly uncertain game time makes him a risky starter from Round 1.
Eberechi Eze (CRP)
Price: £10,270,000
Average Last Season: 9.7
Why pick him: Dynamic creator with the skill to unlock any defence and score from range.
Why avoid: Injuries have disrupted his rhythm in the past. Reliability is a concern.
Defenders
Daniel Muñoz (CRP)
Price: £10,490,000
Average Last Season: 9.9
Why pick him: Bombs forward and loves to get involved in the final third. Great for bonus and attacking returns.
Why avoid: A premium price for a Palace defender could be hard to justify if clean sheets dry up.
Antonee Robinson (FUH)
Price: £9,640,000
Average Last Season: 9.1
Why pick him: Fast and reliable with strong clean sheet potential. Rarely misses a match.
Why avoid: Doesn’t score often and Fulham’s defence can be exposed by better teams.
Gabriel (ASN)
Price: £9,420,000
Average Last Season: 8.9
Why pick him: Threat at set pieces and a key part of Arsenal’s strong defensive line.
Why avoid: Picks up cards too often and loses points from fouls and bookings.
Nikola Milenković (NTF)
Price: £9,320,000
Average Last Season: 8.8
Why pick him: Solid base points scorer with a knack for being in the right place at the right time.
Why avoid: Limited attacking involvement means he’s a lower-ceiling option.
James Tarkowski (EVT)
Price: £9,240,000
Average Last Season: 8.8
Why pick him: Great in the air and dangerous from corners. A constant threat in both boxes.
Why avoid: Everton’s leaky defence means clean sheets are far from guaranteed.
Goalkeepers
Caoimhín Kelleher (BRE)
Price: £8,020,000
Average Last Season: 7.6
Why pick him: Locked in as Brentford’s new No. 1, Kelleher finally gets regular starts and brings proven shot-stopping and calm under pressure, with strong save and bonus point potential.
Why avoid: Unproven across a full Premier League season and Brentford’s leaky defence could limit clean sheets and cap his ceiling at a premium price.
Martin Dúbravka (NEW)
Price: £7,910,000
Average Last Season: 7.5
Why pick him: Dependable veteran with strong fundamentals and solid save stats.
Why avoid: Could lose his place if the club signs a new No. 1 or if Pope returns.
Ederson (MAC)
Price: £7,750,000
Average Last Season: 7.3
Why pick him: Plays for the most defensively dominant side in the league. Clean sheets come easy.
Why avoid: Doesn’t make many saves, limiting bonus potential and points ceiling.
Jordan Pickford (EVT)
Price: £7,720,000
Average Last Season: 7.3
Why pick him: Talented shot-stopper with a history of penalty saves and huge performances.
Why avoid: Everton’s inconsistency at the back can undo his good work.
Alisson (LVP)
Price: £7,420,000
Average Last Season: 7.0
Why pick him: One of the best in the world, capable of pulling off save-of-the-season efforts.
Why avoid: Has made some high-profile mistakes lately and Liverpool’s defence isn’t always airtight.
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