We are here with our pick of the best Gameweek 4 FPL differential picks for this week. Finding the right differentials can make a huge difference in Fantasy Premier League, particularly when the popular picks are already heavily owned. While premium players naturally attract most of the attention, Gameweek 4 presents several intriguing alternatives who could deliver strong returns at relatively affordable prices.
From Liverpool's exciting defensive option to Chelsea's out-of-position attacker, there are plenty of opportunities for FPL managers looking to gain an advantage over their rivals. Here are the top five FPL differentials to buy for Gameweek 4.
1. Ronald Araújo — Liverpool — £5.4m
Ronald Araújo is slowly turning into a fan favourite at Anfield, and his deployment at right-back has been one of the most interesting tactical developments of the opening weeks.
Iraola's decision to use Araújo in the position so far looks like a masterstroke, giving the defender significantly more opportunities to influence Liverpool's attacking play. Rather than simply concentrating on his defensive responsibilities, he has shown an encouraging willingness to get forward and contribute in the final third.
That attacking potential was demonstrated during Liverpool's Champions League victory over Atlético Madrid, when Araújo even managed to provide an assist.
At £5.4m, he offers an interesting route into Liverpool's defence while possessing considerably more attacking upside than you would normally expect from a defender at this price. If his advanced role continues, Araújo could become one of the most valuable defensive differentials in FPL.
2. Florian Wirtz — Liverpool — £7.4m
Florian Wirtz had arguably been one of the more frustrating FPL players to win in the Premier League last season, but his performances under Iraola so far have been quite promising.
The German looks like a different player under his new manager and has been particularly impressive in open play. He has consistently looked capable of creating dangerous situations, while his movement and involvement in Liverpool's attacking moves have been highly encouraging.
The major issue is that his performances have not yet translated into the number of goal involvements many FPL managers would have expected. In other words, Wirtz has arguably been unlucky not to have more points on the board.
That could make Gameweek 4 particularly interesting. Liverpool face Fulham, who are struggling at the moment, thus presenting Wirtz with a golden opportunity to finally turn his promising performances into tangible FPL returns. At £7.4m, he is an appealing differential for managers willing to back the underlying numbers rather than simply chasing recent points.
3. Pedro Neto — Chelsea — £6.5m
Pedro Neto has been sensational for Chelsea since Xabi Alonso made the decision to deploy him as a wing-back.
That positional change has transformed his FPL appeal. Neto is now being given an advanced role while retaining the potential benefits of playing as part of Chelsea's defensive structure, making him one of the most intriguing budget attacking options available.
At £6.5m, he also offers an alternative for managers who want Chelsea coverage without spending heavily on their more popular attacking assets Pedro, Palmer, & Rogers.
With Chelsea facing Hull at home in Gameweek 4, the fixture makes Neto even more attractive. If he continues to combine his attacking quality with an advanced position, he could provide excellent value for managers looking for a differential with genuine haul potential.
4. Christos Tzolis — Arsenal — £6.4m
Christos Tzolis is another exciting differential who has caught the eye with his recent form.
The Arsenal attacker has provided back-to-back assists in the club's last two games against formidable opposition in Chelsea and Napoli. Producing attacking returns in difficult fixtures is always encouraging, and his recent consistency makes him particularly interesting for FPL managers searching for a lower-owned option.
At £6.4m, Tzolis represents an affordable way of gaining exposure to an Arsenal attack that has considerable attacking potential.
His recent assists also suggest that he is becoming increasingly influential in the final third. While there is always more risk involved when selecting a differential, Tzolis' current form makes him a compelling option for managers looking to move away from the obvious Arsenal picks.
5. Nicolas Jackson — Aston Villa — £6.5m
Nicolas Jackson finally opened his Aston Villa account with his first goal for the club in their Champions League victory over Club Brugge.
That goal could prove particularly important from a confidence perspective. Strikers often benefit enormously from finally getting off the mark, and Jackson will now be hoping that his first Villa goal can trigger a sustained run of form.
At £6.5m, he is an intriguing budget forward for managers searching for an alternative to the more popular FPL forwards.
The timing of his breakthrough is also encouraging. With the pressure of waiting for his first goal now behind him, Jackson has the opportunity to build momentum and establish himself as an important attacking option for Villa.
Final Verdict: Best FPL Differentials for Gameweek 4
Gameweek 4 offers several interesting differential opportunities, with each of these five players providing a different route to potential FPL value. Araújo brings attacking potential from defence, Wirtz offers an opportunity for a breakout haul, while Neto combines an attractive price with an advanced role.
Tzolis arrives with excellent recent assist form, and Jackson could benefit from the confidence of finally scoring his first Villa goal. For managers looking to gain ground on highly owned players, these differentials are certainly worth considering before the Gameweek 4 deadline.
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