We are here with our list of the top 5 most overpriced players in FPL 26-27. Fantasy Premier League is all about finding value, and while premium assets can justify their hefty price tags, some players enter the season carrying more risk than reward. Whether it's injury concerns, uncertain game time, declining output, or team-related issues, spending a significant portion of your budget on the wrong player can derail your campaign before it even begins.
Here are five players who look overpriced heading into the FPL 2026-27 season.
1. Alexander Isak (Liverpool) – £9.0m
Alexander Isak's price has dropped significantly from £10.5m last season to £9.0m, but that doesn't necessarily make him a bargain.
The Swedish striker endured what many would describe as a nightmare debut Premier League campaign following his British-record move to Liverpool. Although he showed flashes of his world-class ability during the World Cup, the biggest concern isn't his talent, it's his availability.
Injuries repeatedly disrupted his campaign, making him an unreliable fantasy asset. At £9.0m, managers need consistent starts and regular returns. If Isak continues to struggle with fitness, that price becomes extremely difficult to justify, especially with several reliable forwards available for less.
2. Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) – £8.0m
Ollie Watkins has been one of Fantasy's most dependable forwards over recent seasons, but there are growing signs that his value may be declining.
Last season, Morgan Rogers arguably emerged as the focal point of Aston Villa's attack, while Watkins' goal contributions continued their downward trend. Although he's still capable of producing double-digit returns, the consistency that once made him an automatic pick is no longer guaranteed.
The biggest issue is the competition at his price point. Players such as Igor Thiago, Viktor Gyökeres, and João Pedro offer similar or even greater upside while costing the same or less. Unless Watkins rediscovers his peak form, spending £8.0m on him may not represent the smartest use of your budget.
3. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) – £6.5m
Liverpool's second representative on this list is club captain Virgil van Dijk.
From an individual fantasy perspective, the Dutch defender delivered respectable returns last season through clean sheets, bonus points, and occasional attacking contributions. However, Liverpool's defensive outlook appears far less convincing heading into the new campaign.
The departure of Ibrahima Konaté to Real Madrid has significantly weakened the Reds' backline, and Liverpool have yet to secure an established replacement. That leaves Van Dijk without his long-term defensive partner while placing even greater responsibility on the veteran center-back.
At 35 years old, natural physical decline also becomes a realistic factor. If Liverpool's defense continues to struggle, £6.5m feels expensive when there are several premium defenders playing in more settled defensive systems.
4. Marcus Rashford (Manchester United) – £7.0m
Marcus Rashford's fantasy appeal depends almost entirely on one thing: whether he remains at Manchester United beyond the transfer deadline.
If he stays, his route into the starting XI appears extremely limited. With Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Šeško, and Bryan Mbeumo expected to be ahead of him in the attacking pecking order, Rashford could spend much of the season as an impact substitute rather than a regular starter.
Paying £7.0m for a player who may struggle to secure consistent minutes is a huge gamble. Until his club situation becomes clearer, fantasy managers would be wise to avoid tying up valuable funds in such an uncertain asset.
5. Kai Havertz (Arsenal) – £7.5m
Kai Havertz may be the most difficult player on this list to judge.
At his best, the Arsenal forward has shown he can deliver goals, assists, and excellent value in Fantasy. However, his recent injury record raises major concerns.
Havertz has endured several significant fitness setbacks during his Arsenal career, making it difficult for managers to trust him over a full season. Even if he returns to full fitness, there are still questions over whether he can consistently produce the level of output expected from a £7.5m attacker.
That price could ultimately prove either an outstanding bargain or a costly mistake. With several exciting alternatives available at similar or cheaper prices, many fantasy managers may prefer to wait and assess his form before investing.
Final Thoughts
Price alone doesn't determine whether a player is a good fantasy asset, availability, form, team role, and consistency matter just as much.
Alexander Isak, Ollie Watkins, Virgil van Dijk, Marcus Rashford, and Kai Havertz are all proven Premier League talents, but each enters the 2026-27 season carrying significant question marks. Whether it's injury concerns, declining influence, uncertain minutes, or defensive instability, their current price tags appear difficult to justify compared to the alternatives available.
As always in FPL, avoiding overpriced players can be just as important as identifying the bargains. Choosing value over reputation could give managers a crucial edge during the opening weeks of the season.
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