Sun Mar 09 12:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Fantasy Premier League Managers Face Crucial Decisions Ahead of Blank Gameweek 29

**London, UK** – With Blank Gameweek 29 looming large in the Fantasy Premier League (FPL), managers are facing crucial decisions regarding their team strategies. The recent FA Cup results have added to the uncertainty surrounding double and blank gameweeks later in the season. However, according to FPL expert Abdul Rehman, the focus should be on Gameweeks 28 and 30. The finalized Premier League fixtures for the rest of the season are expected after Gameweek 30, minimizing immediate concerns about later gameweeks.

Gameweek 29 presents a significant challenge, with Liverpool, Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle United all without fixtures. Managers will either utilize their Free Hit chip or carefully manage their free transfers to navigate this blank.

Rehman suggests several key player targets based on chosen strategies:

**For managers using the Free Hit chip:** Crystal Palace players, particularly Daniel Munoz, Eberechi Eze, and Ismaila Sarr, are highlighted as strong options. If Jean-Philippe Mateta is injured, Eddie Nketiah is suggested as a replacement. Liverpool players are another strong choice, given their favorable fixtures in Gameweeks 28 and 30. Similarly, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak (fitness permitting), along with budget-friendly defensive options like Tino Livramento or Dan Burn, are attractive picks. Chelsea assets, including Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, and Pedro Neto, are also worth considering.

**For managers not using the Free Hit chip:** Players from Villa, Newcastle, Palace, and Liverpool should be avoided or sold. A Wildcard in Gameweeks 30 or 31 is recommended to optimize the team for the remaining season. Bournemouth players, specifically Antoine Semenyo, remain valuable options, though the return of Evanilson may impact the minutes of Dango Ouattara and Justin Kluivert. Manchester City assets, particularly Erling Haaland, are also highlighted as strong captaincy options, potentially requiring strategic player swaps. Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen is a potential budget-friendly forward option following Matheus Cunha’s suspension.

Rehman also emphasizes the importance of considering players with favorable fixtures across Gameweeks 28-30. The upcoming double Gameweek 32 for Newcastle and Crystal Palace, and the potential for postponements in Gameweeks 34 and 37, should also inform transfer strategies.

The article concludes by advising managers to stay updated on fixture announcements to best optimize their squads for the remainder of the season.

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