The short answer
The best £6.0m FPL forward for Gameweek 1 currently depends on what you value most:
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the safest established option.
- Igor Jesus has the strongest pre-season form.
- William Osula offers high upside if he keeps the Newcastle starting role.
- Gonzalo García is the new wildcard after joining Fulham.
The official FPL Scout has highlighted the £6.0m forward bracket as an important source of value for managers trying to fit Erling Haaland, Bruno Fernandes and premium defenders into the same squad.
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Best £6.0m FPL forwards ranked
| Rank | Player | Club | Main strength | Main risk | Current verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominic Calvert-Lewin | Leeds | Proven goals, penalties and regular minutes | Fitness record | Safest pick |
| 2 | Igor Jesus | Nottingham Forest | Four goals in four pre-season matches | Competition for central minutes | Best form pick |
| 3 | William Osula | Newcastle | Five goals in the final seven matches of 2025/26 | New manager and striker competition | High-upside watchlist |
| 4 | Gonzalo García | Fulham | Versatility and recent scoring record | New league and uncertain role | Wait for stronger lineup evidence |
1. Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Calvert-Lewin is officially priced at £6.0m after scoring 14 Premier League goals and recording 142 FPL points for Leeds last season.
He also remains Leeds' first-choice penalty taker, giving him a route to returns even when open-play chances are limited.
Why he leads the ranking
- Established Premier League starter
- 14 league goals last season
- Penalty duties
- Proven ability to deliver across a full campaign
- Easier to assess than a new signing
Main risk
His injury history cannot be ignored. Managers selecting him should have a playing first substitute and should still check the final pre-season team news.
Verdict: The best balance of minutes, penalties and proven output.
2. Igor Jesus
Official FPL prices Igor Jesus at £6.0m. He has scored four times in four pre-season appearances under Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner.
Forest also have three attractive home fixtures in the opening five Gameweeks, including Leeds, Tottenham and promoted Coventry City.
Why he could be the best value
- Strongest current pre-season form
- Good early home fixtures
- Direct central goal threat
- Low enough price to support a premium-heavy draft
Main risk
Forest also have Chris Wood, Taiwo Awoniyi and Arnaud Kalimuendo. A strong pre-season does not remove the possibility of early substitutions or rotation.
Verdict: The most exciting Gameweek 1 option if he starts the final major friendly.
3. William Osula
Osula is officially priced at £6.0m after finishing 2025/26 with seven goals from only eight starts.
Five of those goals came during Newcastle's final seven matches, when he started every game. His official FPL analysis also showed a strong shot profile compared with Newcastle's other forwards.
Why he is interesting
- Finished last season in the starting XI
- Strong scoring rate
- Good fixtures after the opening match
- Newcastle face Hull and Coventry in Gameweeks 5 and 6
Main risk
Eddie Howe has left, and Newcastle still have Yoane Wissa and Nick Woltemade. The new coach may use a different striker hierarchy.
Verdict: Avoid guessing. Buy only if pre-season confirms he remains first choice.
4. Gonzalo García
Fulham's new signing has been added to FPL as a £6.0m forward.
He produced eight goals and three assists in 39 Real Madrid appearances last season and also impressed at the Club World Cup. Fulham note that he can play centrally or from either side.
Why he could become relevant
- Attractive entry price
- Can compete at striker or on the wing
- Already knows Fulham head coach Álvaro Arbeloa
- More routes to minutes than a traditional centre-forward
Main risk
He competes with Rodrigo Muniz and Raúl Jiménez, while a wide role would reduce his penalty-box involvement.
Verdict: Watch the strongest Fulham lineup before considering him.
Which forward suits your FPL team?
| Your priority | Best option |
|---|---|
| Secure role and penalties | Calvert-Lewin |
| Current form | Igor Jesus |
| Long-term upside | Osula |
| New differential | Gonzalo García |
| Safest Gameweek 1 decision | Calvert-Lewin |
| Highest risk and reward | Igor Jesus |
OneFPL verdict
Calvert-Lewin currently ranks first because his role, penalty duties and last-season output are easier to trust. Igor Jesus can overtake him if Forest confirm the Brazilian as their starting striker.
Osula and Gonzalo should remain on the watchlist until their final pre-season lineups become clearer.
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FAQ
Who is the best £6.0m FPL forward for Gameweek 1?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is currently the safest choice because he combines regular minutes, penalties and 14 goals from last season.
Is Igor Jesus a guaranteed starter?
No. His four pre-season goals are encouraging, but Nottingham Forest have several central-forward options.
How much is Gonzalo García in FPL?
He is officially listed as a £6.0m Fulham forward.
Is William Osula worth picking?
Only if Newcastle's remaining friendlies confirm that he remains the first-choice striker.
Sources and useful links
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