Kinsky (TOT, Goalkeeper, £4.5m)

Verdict: HOLD

Despite a GW1 blank, Kinsky remains a starting £4.5m goalkeeper for Spurs and has a decent run of fixtures, making him a hold for now.

The Reasoning

Fitness & Availability: Kinsky is fully available and nailed as Spurs' number one, which is crucial for a budget enabler.
Recent Performance: He blanked in Gameweek 1, conceding three goals against a strong opponent. However, he did make 5 saves, showing some shot-stopping ability and potential for save points, even in a losing effort. His form of 2.0 reflects this single gameweek's performance.
Upcoming Fixtures: Spurs face Newcastle (H, difficulty 2) next, which is a reasonable fixture for a clean sheet or at least save points. Following that are Nottingham Forest (A, difficulty 3) and Everton (H, difficulty 3), offering a relatively kind run for a goalkeeper.
Underlying Stats: His ICT Index of 4.4 and Influence of 43.6 from GW1 are decent for a keeper who conceded three, largely due to his saves. This suggests he's involved and can pick up bonus points if Spurs tighten up defensively.

Risks

The primary risk is Spurs' defensive solidity, or lack thereof, after conceding three goals in Gameweek 1. While Kinsky is nailed, if the defence continues to leak goals, his FPL returns will be limited. The high number of transfers out (66,643) also indicates a significant portion of managers are losing faith early.

Alternative Options

If you're looking for a similarly priced, nailed option, Alphonse Areola (£4.5m, WHU) offers a strong alternative with good fixtures. For a cheaper enabler, if you're willing to rotate, a £4.0m option like Strakosha (BRE) could be considered if he secures a starting spot.

The Strategic Play

If you own Kinsky, holding him for the next two to three fixtures, especially the home game against Newcastle, is a sensible move. He's a £4.5m starting keeper with decent fixtures, and it's too early to ditch him after just one blank. Reassess after Gameweek 3; if Spurs' defence continues to struggle, then a transfer might be warranted. For those without him, he's not a priority buy given the GW1 performance, but keep an eye on Spurs' defensive improvements.

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