March is when the FPL season gets serious. The gap between first and second in your mini-league narrows or widens based on the transfers you make over the next few weeks. Double gameweeks loom, fixture swings shift the landscape, and the players you bring in now will carry your team through to May.
Here are the best transfer targets for March, broken down by position.
Goalkeepers
David Raya (Arsenal)
Arsenal’s defensive record speaks for itself. Raya has been among the top-scoring goalkeepers in FPL this season, and Arsenal’s fixtures from GW29 onwards include several home matches against sides that struggle to score away from home. If you do not already own Raya, he is worth the premium price tag. Clean sheets, save points, and occasional bonus points make him a set-and-forget option for the rest of the season.
Budget Alternative: Mark Flekken (Brentford)
If you need to save funds, Flekken offers solid value. Brentford’s defensive improvements this season have been notable, and Flekken’s save count is consistently high. He will not match Raya’s clean sheet tally, but his save points compensate. A strong option if you want to spend your budget on outfield upgrades instead.
Defenders
Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal)
Gabriel is the highest-scoring defender in FPL most seasons, and this year is no different. His goal threat from set pieces is unmatched — he regularly gets on the end of corners and free kicks, adding attacking returns to Arsenal’s clean sheet potential. With favourable fixtures ahead, Gabriel is a must-own if you do not already have him.
Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool)
Trent’s assist potential from right-back remains extraordinary. His delivery from set pieces and open play creates more chances than most midfielders in the league. Liverpool’s fixture run supports clean sheets too, making Trent a premium defender who can return points from multiple sources every gameweek.
Budget Pick: Antonee Robinson (Fulham)
Robinson continues to be one of the best-value defenders in the game. His attacking output from left-back — overlapping runs, crosses into the box, and occasional shots — gives him a points floor that most budget defenders cannot match. Fulham have tightened up defensively, adding clean sheet potential to his attacking threat. An excellent enabler if you need to free up funds for a premium midfielder or forward.
Midfielders
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
If you somehow still do not own Salah, rectify that immediately. He leads the FPL points charts and shows no signs of slowing down. His consistency is remarkable — he returns points in the majority of gameweeks and his captaincy ceiling is the highest in the game. Salah is non-negotiable for the run-in.
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Saka’s combination of goals, assists, and bonus points makes him one of the most reliable mid-premium options. Arsenal’s home fixtures in particular are where Saka thrives — he has been directly involved in the majority of Arsenal’s home goals this season. If Arsenal have a favourable home run coming up, Saka is essential.
Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Palmer has established himself as Chelsea’s most important player. His penalty duties, set-piece involvement, and ability to create something from nothing make him a genuine FPL premium. Chelsea’s fixtures may be mixed, but Palmer’s individual quality means he can return against anyone.
Value Pick: Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
Rogers offers mid-price production at a budget price. Villa’s system gives him the freedom to drive forward, create chances, and arrive in the box for goals. If Villa’s upcoming fixtures are favourable, Rogers is the kind of transfer that frees up budget while still delivering consistent returns.
Forwards
Erling Haaland (Manchester City)
Haaland at home is one of the most reliable point-scorers in FPL history. His shot volume, big chance frequency, and conversion rate are all elite. If City have a home-heavy fixture run in March, Haaland is a must-own alongside Salah as part of a two-premium strategy.
Alexander Isak (Newcastle)
Isak has been outstanding this season. His movement, finishing, and link-up play make him Newcastle’s primary attacking threat. If Newcastle’s fixtures turn favourable, Isak is the best alternative to Haaland in the premium forward bracket. He offers a genuine differential if your rivals are all on Haaland.
Budget Pick: Dominic Solanke (Tottenham)
Solanke has adapted well to Tottenham’s system and his price makes him an attractive budget forward option. He will not match Haaland or Isak’s ceiling, but his involvement in Spurs’ build-up play and penalty box presence gives him a solid floor. A useful option if you want to run a one-premium-forward strategy and invest elsewhere.
Planning Your Transfers
Before making any move, check the Fixture Difficulty tool to map out which teams have the best runs over the next 5 gameweeks. A player with four green fixtures is more valuable than one with two green and two red, even if the latter has better recent form.
Also check the Price Changes page to time your transfers. If a player you want is rising in price, move quickly. If they are stable, you can afford to wait and gather more information before committing your free transfer.
The transfers you make in March set the foundation for April and May. Plan ahead, target fixture runs, and build a squad that can sustain returns for the rest of the season.
