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Saliba vs J.Timber

Head-to-head FPL comparison for 2025/26. Stats, fixtures, and transfer trends.

Saliba Saliba
ARS ARS · Defender
vs
J.Timber J.Timber
ARS ARS · Defender
Matchup verdict

Saliba has the edge right now

Signal
Saliba
J.Timber
Form score0-10 current form
Saliba0.0/10
J.Timber0.0/10
Total pointsseason total
Saliba137
J.Timber149
Fixture ratingavg FDR, lower is easier
Saliba0.0 FDR
J.Timber0.0 FDR
Safer pick
Saliba
17.1% owned
Upside pick
J.Timber
15.2% owned
Quick answer

Saliba has the edge, but your squad decides the move

Saliba leads this comparison on current form, but the right transfer depends on your budget, existing players, captaincy cover, and next two moves. Rate your FPL team before spending a transfer.

Saliba currently has the edge on form (0 vs 0), while J.Timber leads on total points (149 vs 137). At £6.3m vs £6.0m, J.Timber is the budget-friendly choice.

Stats Comparison

Saliba Stat J.Timber
£6.3m Price £6.0m
137 Total Points 149
0.0 Form 0.0
4.4 Pts/Game 5.0
17.1% Ownership 15.2%
1 Goals 3
0 Assists 6
0.88 xG 4.71
1.21 xA 1.53
84.3 ICT Index 125.7
12 Bonus 9
2614 Minutes 2452
0 Net Transfers 0

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubAvg
SalibaARSARS0.0
J.TimberARSARS0.0

Verdict

J.Timber gets the edge. While both are strong defender options, J.Timber currently offers the better combination of form, fixtures, and value.

  • Form: Dead level at 0 each.
  • Fixtures: Near-identical difficulty ahead (0.0 vs 0.0). Fixtures won't separate them.
  • Value: Saliba returns 21.7 points per £1m vs J.Timber's 24.8. J.Timber is the better value pick.
  • Goal threat: J.Timber has more goal involvements (9 vs 1 G+A). Expected stats favour J.Timber on xG.
  • Transfer trend: Similar transfer activity this week.
  • Ownership: Both are lower-owned (17.1% vs 15.2%) — either pick offers differential upside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, Saliba or J.Timber?
Based on current form, Saliba has the edge with a form rating of 0. However, Saliba has 137 total points vs J.Timber's 149.
Should I pick Saliba or J.Timber for FPL?
Saliba costs £6.3m with 17.1% ownership, while J.Timber costs £6.0m with 15.2% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Saliba vs J.Timber: who has better fixtures?
Check the fixture difficulty comparison below. The player with more green (easy) fixtures in the next 6 gameweeks has a schedule advantage.

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