Football Paparazzi Weekly Fantasy Fix: Best picks for FPL Gameweek 28

Gameweek 28 presents a mix of reliable captaincy options and in-form attackers facing vulnerable defences. With several mid-table sides playing opponents in poor recent form, this round offers strong clean-sheet potential alongside attacking upside.

Defensive stability and sustained attacking roles remain key selection factors at this stage of the season, particularly as teams settle into late-campaign rhythms under established managers.

Here are four standout Fantasy Premier League’s Gameweek 28 picks.

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) – £6.0m

Virgil van Dijk stands out as one of the safest defensive options in Gameweek 28 as Liverpool face a struggling West Ham side. The Reds arrive in strong defensive shape, recording back-to-back clean sheets in the league and three across all competitions.

Van Dijk has also added attacking threat, scoring in Gameweek 26 against Sunderland and remaining Liverpool’s primary aerial target on set pieces. West Ham’s recent attacking output has been limited, making another clean sheet highly plausible. With form, fixture and goal threat aligned, the Liverpool captain offers both security and upside.

Antoine Semenyo (Man City) – £8.1m

Antoine Semenyo continues to justify his winter move to Manchester City, delivering immediate Fantasy returns. The forward has scored three goals and supplied an assist in his first six appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side, quickly establishing himself within their attack.

A trip to Leeds is not without challenge, but Leeds’ defensive record remains porous despite their competitive style. City’s attacking volume should create opportunities, and Semenyo’s direct running and finishing form make him a credible threat even in a tougher fixture. His current confidence and role keep him firmly on the GW28 radar.

Sepp van den Berg (Brentford) – £4.5m

Brentford’s meeting with Burnley offers a strong opportunity for defensive returns, placing Sepp van den Berg among the standout budget picks this week. While the Bees were defeated last time out, their overall defensive structure has remained solid.

Burnley continue to struggle for goals despite occasional improvements in results, and Brentford will expect to control much of the match. Van den Berg has impressed consistently at centre-back, combining clearances and interceptions with bonus potential when clean sheets arrive.

Bryan Mbeumo (Man Utd) – £8.7m

Bryan Mbeumo looks well positioned for returns as Manchester United host Crystal Palace. The winger remains central to United’s attacking play under Michael Carrick and arrives off an assist for Benjamin Sesko’s goal against Everton.

Palace’s recent form has been unconvincing, highlighted by a narrow win over ten-man Wolves, and their defence has struggled against pace and movement in wide areas. United’s attacking cohesion has improved significantly in recent weeks, and Mbeumo’s creativity and goal threat could prove decisive.