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2 FanDuel Premier League Under-the-Radar Plays for Matchweek 27

Zack Bussiere  —  @ZackBussiere Feb 21st, 2019
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Youri Tielemans, Midfielder, Leicester City

Salary: $7,500

After arriving at Leicester City on loan from French side Monaco in late January, Tielemans made his Premier League debut in a loss to Tottenham on February 10th. Despite the result, Tielemans showed well, and with three full weeks of training under his belt, he could be ready to shine in the Premier League. Marc Albrighton's severe hamstring injury has paved the way for Tielemans to see consistent playing time, and that should start against Crystal Palace this weekend.

Tielemans burst onto the main stage of the soccer world in 2016, when he was named Belgian professional footballer of the year at the age of 20. In 2017, he secured a move to Monaco but has struggled to produce for the club, scoring just five goals in 47 appearances, which lead to his move to Leicester City.

While he hasn't lived up to sky-high expectations, Tielemans had a respectable season for Monaco from a fantasy perspective. Over his last 11 matches for the club, he produced double-digit FanDuel points eight times, including performances of 35.4, 27.3, and 20.8 FanDuel points. With a fresh start and lower expectations, Tielemans could quickly become a factor in the Premier League.

Due to the lack of reliable studs, cash won't be a huge issue when filling out lineups this weekend, which should lead to increased ownership on Tieleman's teammate, James Maddison ($9,500). On a regular slate, Tieleman's $7,500 salary might make him a popular value player, but that value won't be as necessary for roster construction this weekend.

At home, Crystal Palace have been incredible at the back, but on the road, they have struggled, allowing 13 goals in their last six matches. Leicester City's last three matches were against Tottenham, Manchester United, and Liverpool. With Tielemans in the side, their outlook is much brighter against far easier opposition this weekend.


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