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Van de Ven vs Lacroix

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

Van de Ven Van de Ven
TOT TOT · Defender
vs
Lacroix Lacroix
CRY CRY · Defender
Matchup verdict

Van de Ven has the edge right now

Signal
Van de Ven
Lacroix
Form score0-10 current form
Van de Ven2.5/10
Lacroix2.2/10
Total pointsseason total
Van de Ven110
Lacroix154
Fixture ratingavg FDR, lower is easier
Van de Ven3.0 FDR
Lacroix4.0 FDR
Safer pick
Van de Ven
17.6% owned
Upside pick
Lacroix
7.2% owned

For FPL 2025/26, FPLai gives Van de Ven the quick edge over Lacroix on current form: 2.5 vs 2.2. Compare price, total points, ownership, fixtures, and transfer momentum below before making a final transfer decision for your own squad.

Van de Ven vs Lacroix at a glance

  1. AI quick pick — Van de Ven (TOT) based on current form
  2. Price — Van de Ven: £4.4m; Lacroix: £5.2m
  3. Form — Van de Ven: 2.5; Lacroix: 2.2
  4. Total points — Van de Ven: 110; Lacroix: 154
  5. Ownership — Van de Ven: 17.6%; Lacroix: 7.2%
  6. Fixture difficulty — Van de Ven: 3.0 avg FDR; Lacroix: 4.0 avg FDR

Quick answers

Van de Ven or Lacroix for FPL?

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

Should I transfer Lacroix to Van de Ven?

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.

Van de Ven currently has the edge on form (2.5 vs 2.2), while Lacroix leads on total points (154 vs 110). At £4.4m vs £5.2m, Van de Ven is the budget-friendly choice.

Stats Comparison

Van de Ven Stat Lacroix
£4.4m Price £5.2m
110 Total Points 154
2.5 Form 2.2
3.2 Pts/Game 4.4
17.6% Ownership 7.2%
4 Goals 1
1 Assists 2
2.79 xG 2.45
0.38 xA 0.83
97.7 ICT Index 124.3
10 Bonus 11
2951 Minutes 3085
14,135 Net Transfers -54,922

Fixture Difficulty (Next 6 GWs)

PlayerClubGW38Avg
Van de VenTOTTOT EVE (H) 3.0
LacroixCRYCRY ARS (H) 4.0

Verdict

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

  • Form: Van de Ven is the in-form pick at 2.5 vs 2.2. Neither is on fire right now.
  • Fixtures: Van de Ven has the easier upcoming run (avg FDR 3.0 vs 4.0). A noticeable advantage that could translate to returns.
  • Value: Van de Ven returns 25.0 points per £1m vs Lacroix's 29.6. Lacroix is the better value pick.
  • Goal threat: Van de Ven has more goal involvements (5 vs 3 G+A). Expected stats also back Van de Ven on xG.
  • Transfer trend: Van de Ven has stronger transfer momentum (+14,135 net vs -54,922). 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. Lacroix (7.2%) is the differential with more upside.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is better in FPL, Van de Ven or Lacroix?
Based on current form, Van de Ven has the edge with a form rating of 2.5. However, Van de Ven has 110 total points vs Lacroix's 154.
Should I pick Van de Ven or Lacroix for FPL?
Van de Ven costs £4.4m with 17.6% ownership, while Lacroix costs £5.2m with 7.2% ownership. Consider upcoming fixtures and your budget.
Van de Ven vs Lacroix: 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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