Pickford (EVE, Goalkeeper, £5.5m)

Verdict: HOLD

The Reasoning

Recent Performance: Pickford blanked in GW2 but bounced back with a 15-point haul in GW1, including a penalty save and clean sheet. His form (8.5) is excellent, suggesting consistency.
Upcoming Fixtures: Facing Wolves (A, 3), Aston Villa (H, 3), and Liverpool (A, 5) over the next three gameweeks. The first two are manageable; Liverpool will be a tougher test.
Underlying Stats: Pickford's ICT index is high (7.1), driven by strong influence (71.4). His save points and clean sheets are key to his value; creativity and threat are irrelevant for a keeper.
Long-Term View: Last season was another strong one for Pickford (158 points, 12 clean sheets). He's a proven asset, and this early-season form is encouraging.

Risks

Everton's defense is always a concern, and their fixture run does get tougher after GW3. Rotation risk is low given his current form.

Alternative Options

Ramsdale (ARS): Arsenal's defense is usually solid, offering consistent points.
Sá (WHU): West Ham's fixtures are favorable, and he's a good differential.

The Strategic Play

Pickford is a solid long-term hold for the next 3-4 gameweeks. While the Liverpool game is a risk, his current form and previous season's performance justify keeping him. He's a safe bet for points, especially given his low ownership and high potential for bonus points. HOLD.

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