Overview
Joao Pedro, the Brighton forward, has become an important topic among Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers. He is currently the third most-selected player, just behind Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo. However, unlike these high-performing forwards, Pedro’s form has declined.
Performance Analysis
The Brazilian has not recorded a goal or assist in his last four matches. FPL expert Pras Singhal discusses whether managers should keep or transfer him ahead of Brighton’s upcoming match against Sunderland at the Amex Stadium.
Pras Singhal’s Viewpoint
Around 58% of FPL managers still own Joao Pedro. His early-season form was strong, with two goals and three assists in the first four games. Since then, however, his attacking output has dropped.
Arguments for Selling
Considerations for a Transfer
According to Pras Singhal, Pedro has produced only two shots in the last four Gameweeks, resulting in an expected goals (xG) value of just 0.07. This raises questions about his goal-scoring potential. Brighton’s attacking structure has also lacked fluency due to injuries, limiting Pedro’s ability to find space and create chances.
Meanwhile, alternatives such as Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta or Brentford’s Ivan Toney are showing better form and could be reliable replacements.
Reasons to Retain
Potential to Rebound
Pedro missed Brighton’s midweek European match due to a previous red card, which means he should be fully rested for the upcoming fixture. After Marc Guiu’s introduction in Gameweek 8, Pedro looked more comfortable playing in a central attacking role, and that adjustment could help him regain rhythm.
Brighton’s upcoming fixtures are favorable, including matches against Sunderland, Tottenham, Wolves and Burnley — all opponents who have struggled defensively this season.
Additionally, Mateta faces a difficult matchup against Arsenal this week, so making that transfer now may not be ideal. Keeping Joao Pedro for at least one more Gameweek appears reasonable, with a reassessment to follow if his struggles continue.