Best FPL Gameweek 4 Team: Scout Picks, XI & Alternatives

Editorial status

Needs final European/cup minutes, prices and injury checks before publication.

Early GW4 spine

The current core for a best-XI article is:

• Cole Palmer — captaincy candidate.
• Alexander Isak — Liverpool's strongest current attacking route.
• one Arsenal defender — strong defensive profile.
• one Newcastle player — fixture-run value.
• Morgan Rogers / João Pedro — Chelsea secondary route.
• Haaland — include if the final budget works without weakening too many positions.

What not to do

Do not build the XI entirely around Chelsea simply because Hull are promoted. Hull have kept three clean sheets.

Do not force Tottenham attackers into the team until their attack improves.

Do not lock a Liverpool midfielder until European rotation provides another signal.

Final article structure

1. Best XI
2. Captain and vice-captain
3. Bench order
4. Three alternatives by budget
5. Biggest omission
6. OneFPL verdict

FAQ

When should the GW4 best team be finalized?

Friday after the main European fixtures and press-conference updates.