M.Salah (LIV, Midfielder, £14.5m)

Verdict: BUY

The Reasoning

Recent Performance: Salah blanked in GW2 (5 points), but bounced back with a solid 8-point haul in GW1, including a goal. His form (6.5) reflects this inconsistency early in the season.
Upcoming Fixtures: A very promising run. Home to Arsenal (difficulty 4), away to Burnley (difficulty 2), and home to Everton (difficulty 2). Salah thrives against these types of opponents.
Underlying Stats: His ICT index (18.9) is excellent, showing high involvement. Influence, creativity, and threat are all strong, indicating a key role in Liverpool's attack. He's a nailed-on starter.
Long-Term View: Last season was another stellar campaign (344 points, 29 goals, 18 assists). While it's early, this suggests a high ceiling and consistent points potential.

Risks

Liverpool's overall form is always a slight concern, but Salah's individual brilliance usually mitigates this. No major injury worries currently reported.

Alternative Options

Son (TOT): A proven points machine with a similar price point and good early-season form. Bruno Fernandes (MUN): Another captaincy contender with a high ceiling, but fixture difficulty is a slight concern.

The Strategic Play

Salah is a must-have for the next 3-4 gameweeks, given his form, upcoming fixtures, and proven track record. He's a captaincy contender and a long-term hold. BUY.

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