Premium forwards can often define an entire Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season, and the 2026/27 campaign is no different. While Erling Haaland once again dominates the pricing charts, several other high-profile strikers have entered the season with major question marks surrounding their value. Here's our expert verdict on the most expensive forwards in FPL 2026/27.
Erling Haaland (Manchester City, £15.5M)
Erling Haaland has officially become the most expensive player in FPL history at £15.5M, but it's difficult to argue against the pricing. Since arriving from Borussia Dortmund, the Norwegian has been rewriting Premier League record books with remarkable consistency.
No player in England comes close to matching Haaland's goalscoring output. His ability to deliver double-digit hauls, combined with his reliability as Manchester City's focal point in attack, makes him the standout captaincy option almost every gameweek.
Although allocating £15.5M to a single player forces sacrifices elsewhere in your squad, avoiding Haaland is an enormous gamble. The points ceiling he offers simply cannot be replicated by any other forward or midfielder in the game. Unless Manchester City suffer a dramatic drop in form, Haaland remains the closest thing to an essential FPL asset.
Alexander Isak (Liverpool, £9.0M)
Alexander Isak receives a price reduction compared to last season, but despite the cheaper tag, he remains one of the biggest risks among the premium forwards.
His move to Liverpool has so far failed to live up to expectations, with injuries severely limiting both his availability and impact. While the Swedish striker has shown flashes of quality throughout his career, FPL managers need consistency above all else.
Until Isak can establish himself as a regular starter and begin producing goals on a consistent basis, investing £9.0M appears difficult to justify. He undoubtedly has the talent to become a fantastic differential, but for now, he represents more of a gamble than a safe premium selection.
Igor Thiago (Brentford, £8.0M)
Igor Thiago was arguably the biggest surprise success story of last season. Few predicted the Brentford striker would challenge Erling Haaland for the Premier League Golden Boot during various stages of the campaign before finishing with an outstanding 22 league goals.
His remarkable breakthrough has naturally resulted in a significant FPL price rise to £8.0M.
The Brazilian certainly has the ability to justify his new valuation if he can repeat last season's performances. However, managers should also consider whether Brentford can maintain the same attacking levels after exceeding expectations. With several rival clubs strengthening ahead of the new campaign, Thiago may find replicating those numbers considerably more difficult.
Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa, £8.0M)
Ollie Watkins endured a disappointing start to last season before eventually rediscovering his best form and helping Aston Villa secure Champions League qualification.
Despite his improved finish, there are growing concerns surrounding his long-term FPL appeal. Watkins appears to be entering a period of decline compared to his previous elite standards, while ongoing transfer speculation has created additional uncertainty over his future.
At £8.0M, he still possesses the experience and quality to produce returns, but until his situation becomes clearer, he looks like another premium forward carrying more risk than certainty.
Verdict
Among the premium forwards, Erling Haaland stands comfortably above the rest. While Isak, Thiago, and Watkins each have reasons to be considered, all three enter the season surrounded by uncertainty, whether through injuries, sustainability, or transfer speculation.
For now, Haaland is the only truly essential premium striker in FPL 2026/27. If you're building a squad capable of competing at the highest level, finding room for the Manchester City superstar should remain your top priority.
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