Senesi (BOU, Defender, £5.0m)

Verdict: BUY

Senesi is a strong defensive option at £5.0m, offering both clean sheet potential and attacking returns, and is fully available for Gameweek 8.

The Reasoning

Fitness & Availability: Senesi is fully fit and available for selection, with no injury concerns or news to worry about. He's a nailed-on starter in the Bournemouth backline.
Recent Performance: He's been in excellent form, bagging two assists and three clean sheets already this season. His recent hauls of 14, 9, and 7 points show his explosive potential, making him a great differential. Even with a 2-point blank in GW7, his overall form is strong, and he's proving he can haul.
Upcoming Fixtures: Bournemouth face Crystal Palace (A) and Nottingham Forest (H) in the next two, both rated 3 for difficulty. These are prime opportunities for clean sheets and potentially more attacking returns before a tough trip to Manchester City in GW10.
Underlying Stats: His ICT Index of 31.4, coupled with 2 assists and 6 bonus points, highlights his involvement across the pitch. He's not just a clean sheet merchant; he has genuine attacking threat from set-pieces and open play, making him a well-rounded FPL asset.

Risks

Bournemouth's defensive consistency can be a concern, as evidenced by conceding in 4 of the last 5 games. The tough fixture against Manchester City in GW10 could lead to a blank, so be prepared for that.

Alternative Options

If you're looking for a similar price point with potential for attacking returns, Gusto (CHE, £4.9m) could be an option if Chelsea's defence tightens up. Alternatively, Burn (NEW, £4.7m) offers a cheaper route into a potentially stronger defence, though with less attacking upside than Senesi.

The Strategic Play

Senesi is a fantastic £5.0m enabler. If you don't own him, now is a great time to bring him in for the favourable GW8 and GW9 fixtures. He offers a blend of clean sheet potential and attacking threat, making him a solid long-term hold, even with the GW10 blip. He's proving to be a reliable set-and-forget defender who can deliver big hauls.

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