We are here with our pick of the top 5 captains this week for Gameweek 4 of FPL 26/27. Choosing the right captain is one of the biggest decisions every Fantasy Premier League manager faces each Gameweek. With captain points doubled, getting the armband right can provide a major boost to your overall rank, while a poor choice can quickly undo weeks of progress.
For FPL Gameweek 4, there are several appealing options, with Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea all offering players capable of delivering huge returns. From reliable premium picks to an exciting differential, here are the top five FPL captain picks for Gameweek 4.
1. Alexander Isak — Liverpool — £9.1m
Alexander Isak looks like one of the most attractive captain options this week after an explosive start to his Liverpool season under Andoni Iraola. The Swedish forward is in terrific form, having scored three goals in his last two Premier League appearances, making him particularly difficult to overlook.
Liverpool face Fulham at Anfield in Gameweek 4, and the combination of home advantage and Fulham's disastrous recent form makes the fixture extremely appealing for attacking returns.
Isak's goalscoring form is perhaps the biggest reason to consider him ahead of more expensive alternatives. Liverpool should create plenty of opportunities, and if Isak maintains his current level of sharpness, he has the potential to produce another significant haul.
At just £9.1m, he also offers considerably more value than some of the premium captaincy options. For managers looking for a combination of form, fixture and value, Isak is arguably the standout captain pick this Gameweek.
2. Erling Haaland — Manchester City — £15.5m
The Manchester derby could initially appear to be a difficult fixture for Erling Haaland, but writing off the Norwegian because Manchester City face Manchester United would be a mistake.
Haaland has an excellent Premier League record against Manchester United, and that history makes him one of the most intriguing captaincy options for Gameweek 4. While derby fixtures can be unpredictable, Haaland has repeatedly demonstrated that he can produce against United.
United's recent defensive performances also make the fixture less intimidating than it might look on paper. If City dominate possession and create the chances they are capable of producing, Haaland could find himself with several opportunities to add to his already impressive goalscoring record.
At £15.5m, he remains an expensive captain, but premium FPL assets are priced highly for a reason. If you want the security of backing arguably the most explosive forward in the game, Haaland remains an outstanding option.
3. Martin Ødegaard — Arsenal — £6.6m
For managers searching for a differential captain, Martin Ødegaard could be the most exciting option of the Gameweek.
The Arsenal midfielder is currently in unstoppable form, having scored in each of their last two major games against Chelsea and Napoli. His recent attacking involvement makes his surprisingly low £6.6m price particularly appealing.
Ødegaard is unlikely to be the most popular captain choice compared with players such as Isak, Haaland and Palmer. That is precisely what makes him so interesting for managers willing to take a calculated risk.
If Arsenal's captain continues his current scoring run, backing him with the armband could deliver a huge rank boost. There is naturally more risk involved, but among the cheaper options, Ødegaard arguably has the highest differential captaincy appeal this week.
4. Cole Palmer — Chelsea — £9.6m
Chelsea have arguably been handed the best fixture on paper this Gameweek, with Hull City travelling to Stamford Bridge.
That immediately puts Cole Palmer firmly into the captaincy conversation. At £9.6m, Palmer is expensive enough to reflect his potential, but he remains capable of producing the kind of explosive returns that can justify giving him the armband.
When Palmer is at his best, a double-digit FPL haul is always within his capabilities. Against a Hull side Chelsea will expect to beat comfortably, the Englishman could have plenty of opportunities to create and finish chances.
The fixture makes Palmer one of the safest-looking captaincy options, particularly for managers who already own him. A big Gameweek could be on the cards.
5. João Pedro — Chelsea — £7.6m
If you don't own Cole Palmer, João Pedro is undoubtedly one of the best Chelsea captain alternatives this week.
Priced at just £7.6m, João Pedro offers an appealing route into Chelsea's attack without requiring the significant investment needed for Palmer. The Hull fixture gives him an excellent opportunity to contribute goals or assists.
There is even a possibility that João Pedro could outscore Palmer in the Gameweek. However, predicting which Chelsea attacker will produce the bigger haul is ultimately a matter of luck. Both are excellent captain picks, and there is no guarantee that the more expensive player will necessarily finish with more points.
For managers without Palmer, João Pedro provides a strong alternative and could be one of the week's best value captaincy options.
Final Verdict: Who Should You Captain in FPL Gameweek 4?
Gameweek 4 offers several strong captaincy options, with Liverpool's Alexander Isak, Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Chelsea's Cole Palmer all presenting compelling cases. João Pedro provides a cheaper route into Chelsea's favourable fixture, while Martin Ødegaard offers an intriguing differential option. Ultimately, the best choice will depend on your squad, risk appetite and whether you prefer form, fixture strength or a differential approach.
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