The midweek FPL Gameweek 29 deadline is fast approaching, and Gameweek 29 offers several high-upside picks who could deliver major returns.
Here are four players worth serious consideration if you’re looking to climb your mini-league.
Antoine Semenyo (£8.2m) – Manchester City
With minor fitness concerns around Erling Haaland, Semenyo has stepped up as one of Manchester City’s most influential attackers.
Why he stands out:
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45 points in his last seven matches
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Team-leading 15 shots in that spell
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11 shots inside the box
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Played centrally in recent matches
Previously deployed on the wing, Semenyo has recently operated in a more advanced central role under Pep Guardiola. If Haaland misses out again, Semenyo could lead the line.
Fixture insight:
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Face Nottingham Forest at home
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Forest have just one clean sheet in their last seven away matches
⚠️ One note: City blank in Gameweek 31 due to their EFL Cup final against Arsenal, so plan accordingly.
Jarrod Bowen (£7.5m) – West Ham
The West Ham United talisman continues to deliver consistent FPL returns.
Recent form:
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2 goals
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3 assists
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Defensive bonus points
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Just one blank in six Gameweeks
Bowen has proven fixture-resistant, producing against strong opponents like Chelsea, Manchester United, and Liverpool.
Fixture insight:
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Travels to Fulham
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Fulham are without a clean sheet in their last 10 league matches
Bowen’s all-round involvement makes him a safe yet explosive pick.
Benjamin Šeško (£7.3m) – Manchester United
Šeško has made a strong impression under new head coach Michael Carrick.
Why he’s emerging:
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Scored the winner against Crystal Palace
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Goals in three of the previous four Gameweeks
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Now first-choice striker in a 4-2-3-1 system
His recent performances have seen him edge ahead of Bryan Mbeumo centrally.
Fixture insight:
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Faces Newcastle United
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Newcastle have conceded at least twice in seven of their last eight home matches
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Three goals conceded in recent home matches against Leeds, Brentford and Everton
Defensive fragility at St James’ Park makes this a promising opportunity.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (£5.0m) – Everton
A budget gem from Everton who continues to outperform his price.
Since returning from injury:
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27 points in five matches
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5 shots in the box
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7 chances created
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Averaging 5.1 points per start this season
Fixture insight:
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Home match vs Burnley
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Burnley have conceded 2+ goals in five of their last six matches
With ownership around 3%, Dewsbury-Hall is a powerful differential for managers chasing rank.
Final Thoughts for Gameweek 29
If you’re attacking this Gameweek:
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Safe upside: Bowen
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Explosive captain punt: Semenyo (if Haaland misses out)
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In-form striker: Šeško
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Budget differential: Dewsbury-Hall
Keep one eye on Gameweek 31 blanks before committing to heavy investment in City players.
