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Van de Ven vs Alderete

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

Van de Ven Van de Ven
TOT TOT · Defender
vs
Alderete Alderete
SUN SUN · Defender
Matchup verdict

Alderete has the edge right now

Signal
Van de Ven
Alderete
Form score0-10 current form
Van de Ven2.5/10
Alderete3.2/10
Total pointsseason total
Van de Ven110
Alderete125
Fixture ratingavg FDR, lower is easier
Van de Ven3.0 FDR
Alderete3.0 FDR
Safer pick
Van de Ven
17.6% owned
Upside pick
Alderete
5.1% owned

For FPL 2025/26, FPLai gives Alderete the quick edge over Van de Ven on current form: 3.2 vs 2.5. Compare price, total points, ownership, fixtures, and transfer momentum below before making a final transfer decision for your own squad.

Van de Ven vs Alderete at a glance

  1. AI quick pick — Alderete (SUN) based on current form
  2. Price — Van de Ven: £4.4m; Alderete: £4.1m
  3. Form — Van de Ven: 2.5; Alderete: 3.2
  4. Total points — Van de Ven: 110; Alderete: 125
  5. Ownership — Van de Ven: 17.6%; Alderete: 5.1%
  6. Fixture difficulty — Van de Ven: 3.0 avg FDR; Alderete: 3.0 avg FDR

Quick answers

Van de Ven or Alderete for FPL?

FPLai's quick pick is Alderete on current form, but the full comparison below weighs price, fixtures, ownership, and points as well.

Should I transfer Van de Ven to Alderete?

Only if the form and fixture edge fits your budget and transfer plan. Check the verdict section before spending a free transfer or taking a hit.

Alderete currently has the edge on form (3.2 vs 2.5), while Alderete leads on total points (125 vs 110). At £4.4m vs £4.1m, Alderete is the budget-friendly choice.

Stats Comparison

Van de Ven Stat Alderete
£4.4m Price £4.1m
110 Total Points 125
2.5 Form 3.2
3.2 Pts/Game 3.8
17.6% Ownership 5.1%
4 Goals 1
1 Assists 1
2.79 xG 1.62
0.38 xA 0.91
97.7 ICT Index 117.0
10 Bonus 5
2951 Minutes 2797
14,135 Net Transfers -59,827

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubGW38Avg
Van de VenTOTTOT EVE (H) 3.0
AldereteSUNSUN CHE (H) 3.0

Verdict

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

  • Form: Alderete is the in-form pick at 3.2 vs 2.5. Neither is on fire right now.
  • Fixtures: Near-identical difficulty ahead (3.0 vs 3.0). Fixtures won't separate them.
  • Value: Van de Ven returns 25.0 points per £1m vs Alderete's 30.5. Alderete is the better value pick.
  • Goal threat: Van de Ven has more goal involvements (5 vs 2 G+A). Expected stats also back Van de Ven on xG.
  • Transfer trend: Van de Ven has stronger transfer momentum (+14,135 net vs -59,827). The crowd is moving but no price change is imminent.
  • Ownership: Van de Ven is the template pick at 17.6% — safe but offers limited rank gains. Alderete (5.1%) is the differential with more upside.

Related

Van de Ven Profile Alderete Profile Should I Buy Van de Ven? Should I Buy Alderete? Best Defenders Season Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, Van de Ven or Alderete?
Based on current form, Alderete has the edge with a form rating of 3.2. However, Van de Ven has 110 total points vs Alderete's 125.
Should I pick Van de Ven or Alderete for FPL?
Van de Ven costs £4.4m with 17.6% ownership, while Alderete costs £4.1m with 5.1% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Van de Ven vs Alderete: 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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