Unlocking Gameweek 29: Must-Have Transfers to Buy, Keep, and Ditch!

As we approach the crucial stages of the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season, one player keeps reminding us of his legendary status—none other than Mo Salah. The Egyptian king has shattered his own record for the most FPL points amassed in a single season and, believe it or not, he's got nine matches left to add to that tally! Absolutely bonkers, if you ask me. On the flip side, the fortunes of Cole Palmer have taken a nosedive; he not only drew a blank once more but also missed a penalty this week. Since Gameweek 22, over 140 players have outperformed him—an outcome that would have seemed preposterous just a couple of months ago. Strangely enough, he still leads the pack in shots taken during that timeframe. Such are the vagaries of FPL life for Palmer's owners. Differentials among defenders are making waves as well, with Cucurella and Sarr both enjoying back-to-back double-digit hauls. Meanwhile, for those keeping a close eye on team selections, the return of Evanilson has led to Ouattara being benched for the first time since Gameweek 19. While the points keep rolling in, savvy planning has become paramount. The second blank gameweek of the season looms large, featuring key teams like Crystal Palace, Newcastle, Aston Villa—and critically, Liverpool—who will all be absent. Managers who have relied on Salah as their weekly captain might need to rethink their strategies. With notable absences, making astute transfers and correctly selecting your captain could be the key to either climbing the rankings or sinking to the depths. So, let us delve into our BUY-HOLD-SELL analysis for this Gameweek, omitting the sponsorship talk since our coffers are a bit empty—though feel free to lend a hand if you fancy. **FPL GW29 Transfer Tips: Two Players to BUY** **Morgan Gibbs-White (£6.5m) – MID, Nottingham Forest – 7.0% TSB** I almost penned a piece on just how consistently impressive Morgan Gibbs-White has been this season, but credit must go where it’s due—Surya and Srini have already covered it remarkably well. To further bolster his appeal, let’s take a look at the defensive frailty of Gibbs-White’s opponents for GW29, Ipswich. The stats on their backline are utterly alarming: - 15th for Shots Conceded, - 15th for Shots in the Box, - 16th for Shots on Target Conceded, - 18th for Goals Conceded, - 19th for Big Chances Conceded, - 19th for NPxGC, - 19th for xGC, - 19th for xCS, - 19th for Clean Sheets. Given these numbers, adding Gibbs-White to your transfer list should be a no-brainer. He’s in form, taking set-pieces, and up against one of the leakiest defenses in the league. No need to overthink it! **Bruno Fernandes (£8.4m) – MID, Manchester United – 13.9% TSB** If you’re in search of a talismanic figure to spearhead your FPL efforts in GW29, look no further than Bruno Fernandes. Since Gameweek 26, he hasn’t just performed well—he's been on fire. Among all midfielders, he ranks: - 1st for Assists, - 1st for Bonus Points, - 2nd for FPL Points, - 2nd for BPS, - 2nd for Shots on Target, - 2nd for Goal Involvements, - 2nd for Big Chances Created, - 3rd for Goals Scored. Now, he faces Leicester—a defense about as solid as a paper bag. In their previous encounter, Bruno racked up a staggering 17 points, and he could very well do it again. Why? Because Leicester’s defensive stats are simply abysmal: - 20th for Clean Sheets, - 19th for Goals Conceded, - 19th for Shots in the Box Conceded, - 19th for Shots on Target Conceded, - 18th for Big Chances Conceded, - 18th for xGC, - 18th for xCS, - 17th for Shots from Set Pieces Conceded. And who takes penalties for Manchester United? That’s right, Bruno himself, who just netted a beauty from a set piece last week. If you’re in the market for a game-changer—someone who can light it up—look no further than Bruno. **FPL GW29 Transfer Tips: Two Players to HOLD** **Mohamed Salah (£13.8m) – MID, Liverpool – 68.8% TSB** Now, labelling Salah as a player to hold might raise some eyebrows, but there’s sound reasoning here. Words scarcely do justice to his remarkable season—yet despite consistently stellar performances, he ranks among the top three most transferred-out midfielders this week, primarily because of Liverpool’s blank. However, Tuesday night shifted the narrative significantly. With Liverpool now out of the Champions League and no further obligations in the FA Cup, their fixture congestion has eased dramatically. Besides the Carabao Cup final this Sunday, Liverpool can now concentrate solely on the league, which almost guarantees Salah starts every remaining Premier League match as they push for the title. For most managers, there’s nearly £1.0m in value tied up in Salah, making any sale seem a bit hasty. The only logical reason to cash out would be if you've got plans to activate a Wildcard in GW30, allowing for a seamless return. Otherwise, it's best to hold the Egyptian. **Omar Marmoush (£7.2m) – FWD, Manchester City – 11.0% TSB** Among the players not participating in GW29, the two most offloaded this week are Cole Palmer and Omar Marmoush. While there's a strong argument for moving on from Palmer given his recent struggles and tough fixtures ahead, selling Marmoush feels a touch reactionary. His benching against Forest (his first this season) followed a solid five-start run. From a fixture stance, Marmoush sits pretty, and his underlying stats suggest there could be points on the horizon if he returns to the starting lineup. Second-guessing Pep Guardiola’s rotation is always a challenge, but it’s difficult to visualize him sticking with that tactical switch after yet another disappointing outcome. **FPL GW29 Transfer Tips: Two Players to SELL** **Lewis Hall (£4.9m) – DEF, Newcastle – 11.9% TSB** Newcastle United have sustained a setback with young defender Lewis Hall sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a foot injury. The 20-year-old is scheduled to undergo surgery after sustaining the issue during Newcastle's defeat to Liverpool back in February. Manager Eddie Howe expressed his disappointment, noting how well Hall had been performing and how he was pushing for club and international success. "It’s a tough one for him and for us," Howe admitted. "With the cup final coming up and his dreams of international duty, the timing is unfortunate. He has been doing very well and making great progress. The focus now must be on his recovery and ensuring he returns even stronger." Howe remarked on how difficult the news was for Hall at first, given all his hard work this season. "Naturally, it hit him hard at first; he had his sights set on helping Newcastle lift silverware," he noted. “However, he's handling it better now and is in a positive frame of mind." From an FPL perspective, with Hall out for the rest of the campaign, selling him for fit alternatives with preferable fixtures feels like the right course of action. **Antonee Robinson (£5.0m) – DEF, Fulham – 23.7% TSB** Fulham's schedule takes a harsh turn starting this week, with a daunting run against some of the league's best attacking sides on the horizon. Over the last six gameweeks, Antonee Robinson has managed a mere 9 points, a clear reflection of Fulham's struggles at the back and their failure to keep clean sheets. With tough opponents looming, the prospect of retaining any defensive returns seems grim, making it wise to part ways with him. For an abundance of fresh insights, tactical advice, and transfer strategies tailored to your Fantasy Premier League needs, we invite you to explore all our FPL GW29 blogs, including scout picks, players to target, and comprehensive analyses of buy, hold, sell options. - Resource: "https://allaboutfpl.com/2025/03/fpl-gameweek-29-transfer-tips-two-players-to-buy-hold-sell/