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Szoboszlai → Barnes
Replacement analysis by price, form and transfer momentum.
Moving from Szoboszlai to Barnes saves £0.8m in budget and gains 8 total points on the season. Barnes currently sits at 7.8% ownership compared to Szoboszlai's 30.6%, meaning the swap could serve as a differential move.
In recent gameweeks, Barnes averages a form rating of 5.5 compared to Szoboszlai's 2.5, giving the incoming player a clear edge on recent output. Net transfer activity this gameweek shows Barnes at 340,111 net vs Szoboszlai at -386,659 net, reflecting the current market sentiment around both assets.
| Metric | Szoboszlai | Barnes |
|---|---|---|
| Club |  Liverpool |  Newcastle |
| Price | £6.9m | £6.1m |
| Form | 2.5 | 5.5 |
| Points | 20 | 28 |
| Net Transfers (GW) | -386,659 | 340,111 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I replace Szoboszlai with Barnes in FPL?
Barnes has a form rating of 5.5 compared to Szoboszlai's 2.5, suggesting the move is justified by recent performance. Barnes costs £6.1m vs Szoboszlai's £6.9m.
How does Barnes compare to Szoboszlai on points?
Barnes has 28 total points this season vs Szoboszlai's 20 points. Barnes leads by 8 points overall.
Is Barnes worth the price over Szoboszlai?
Barnes costs £6.1m while Szoboszlai costs £6.9m — a difference of £0.8m. You save £0.8m which could fund upgrades elsewhere.
What are the transfer trends for Szoboszlai and Barnes?
Szoboszlai has a net transfer flow of -386,659 this gameweek, while Barnes has 340,111 net transfers. Positive momentum for Barnes suggests managers are backing this move.
When is the best time to make the Szoboszlai to Barnes transfer?
If Barnes (£6.1m) is rising in price, transfer early to lock in the price. If Szoboszlai (£6.9m) is falling, sell sooner to preserve value. Otherwise, wait until close to deadline for the latest injury and lineup news before confirming the swap.