Rogers (CHE, Midfielder, £7.5m)

Verdict: BUY

Rogers hit the ground running in Gameweek 1, and with Chelsea's favourable upcoming fixtures, he looks like a strong midfield option.

The Reasoning

Fitness & Availability: Rogers is fully available and appears to be a nailed-on starter in the Chelsea midfield, having played 81 minutes in Gameweek 1.
Recent Performance: He delivered an impressive 8-point haul in Gameweek 1, bagging a goal and a bonus point. His form of 8.0 reflects this excellent start to the season.
Upcoming Fixtures: Chelsea faces Brighton (H, difficulty 2) and Hull (H, difficulty 2) in the next three, sandwiching a tougher away trip to Arsenal (A, difficulty 5). This fixture run offers plenty of opportunities for attacking returns, especially in the home games.
Underlying Stats: Rogers' ICT Index of 13.1 from Gameweek 1 is very promising for a midfielder, showcasing strong influence (48.8) and creativity (53.5). His expected goal involvement (xGI) of 1.06 and expected goals (xG) of 0.96 highlight his attacking threat and involvement in key chances. His past seasons also show consistent returns, with 161 and 169 total points in the last two campaigns.

Risks

The primary risk is the tough away fixture against Arsenal in Gameweek 3, which could see Chelsea struggle for attacking returns. While Rogers started strong, maintaining this form at £7.5m will be key, and any dip in Chelsea's overall team performance could impact his output.

Alternative Options

For managers looking for similar attacking midfielders, consider the likes of Eberechi Eze (£7.0m) if he's fit and firing, or Jarrod Bowen (£7.5m) who has a proven track record of hauls.

The Strategic Play

Rogers looks like a fantastic early-season pick, offering excellent value at £7.5m. With two favourable home fixtures in the next three, he has the potential to deliver more hauls. He could be a long-term hold if he continues to be a key part of Chelsea's attack, making him a great differential for your midfield.

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