FPL managers who own Tzolis have been handed an unwanted headache, with the Arsenal star reportedly set to miss around four weeks after suffering an injury while representing Greece in the Nations League.
The timing is particularly frustrating for his Fantasy Premier League owners, who now need to decide whether to hold the midfielder, replace him with another Arsenal attacker or move to a completely different option.
Here are the three best solutions for Tzolis owners.
Martin Ødegaard Is the Best Tzolis Replacement
For FPL managers looking for the most straightforward replacement, Martin Ødegaard looks like the obvious choice.
The Arsenal midfielder costs £6.8m, just £0.5m more than Tzolis, and is a nailed-on starter when fit. That reliability is particularly valuable for managers who do not want to take another gamble following Tzolis' injury.
Ødegaard has also been in outstanding form for Arsenal this season and has continued to impress for Norway in the Nations League. His involvement in Arsenal's attacking play gives him a strong opportunity to deliver goals and assists while also benefiting from the Gunners' overall attacking potential.
The small £0.5m upgrade makes Ødegaard the easiest direct solution for Tzolis owners who want to retain an Arsenal midfielder.
Gyökeres Is a High-Upside Arsenal Differential
Managers who want to keep Arsenal's attacking coverage but are willing to take a bigger gamble could instead consider Viktor Gyökeres.
With Kai Havertz dealing with an injury, Gyökeres is now expected to lead the Arsenal attack in the short term at least. That makes the Swedish striker an intriguing option for FPL managers looking for a route into Arsenal's goals.
Gyökeres has also been impressive for Sweden in the Nations League, strengthening the case for backing him while his confidence is high.
There is certainly more risk involved compared with Ødegaard, particularly because Arsenal's attacking setup could change once Havertz returns. However, that is precisely what makes Gyökeres an appealing differential.
For managers chasing rank and looking for a player with significant attacking upside, he could be worth the gamble.
Pascal Groß Is the Best Non-Arsenal Replacement
If you would rather sell Tzolis and move away from Arsenal altogether, Brighton's Pascal Groß is arguably the best option.
Brighton had a decent run of fixtures during the four-week period in which Tzolis is reportedly expected to be unavailable, making Groß particularly attractive as a short-term replacement.
The midfielder has also been excellent from an FPL perspective so far, already accumulating a staggering 47 points. His ability to contribute across multiple areas gives him a strong floor, while Brighton's favourable fixtures could provide further opportunities for returns.
Perhaps most importantly, Groß is cheaper than Tzolis' direct Arsenal replacement, costing just £5.9m. That £0.9m saving compared with Ødegaard gives FPL managers additional flexibility to strengthen another position.
Should You Sell Tzolis in FPL?
Ultimately, Tzolis owners have three clear routes. Ødegaard is the safest and most straightforward Arsenal replacement, while Gyökeres offers greater attacking upside and differential potential.
For managers who want to completely move away from Arsenal, Groß looks like the most appealing alternative thanks to his price, current FPL form and Brighton's upcoming fixtures.
With Tzolis reportedly facing around four weeks on the sidelines, selling him makes sense for most FPL managers. The key is choosing the replacement that best matches your strategy.