The short answer
Justin Kluivert scored a pre-season hat-trick in Bournemouth's 10-1 win over Genoa, including two penalties.
The result is useful for identifying his role, but it needs context:
- The friendly lasted 120 minutes.
- Kluivert played in the first 60-minute group.
- Bournemouth used different teams across the four 30-minute periods.
- David Brooks took Bournemouth's third penalty after Kluivert had left the match.
- Gameweek 1 is away to Manchester City.
Kluivert is a £6.0m FPL midfielder and is now a serious watchlist option, not an automatic selection.
What happened against Genoa?
| Event | Kluivert involvement |
|---|---|
| Opening goal | Won the ball and created the move that led to Alex Scott's rebound finish |
| Bournemouth's second goal | Scored a penalty after Adrien Truffert was fouled |
| Bournemouth's third goal | Credited with the final touch on Truffert's shot |
| Bournemouth's fourth goal | Scored another penalty after Ben Gannon-Doak was fouled |
Kluivert completed his hat-trick before the main changes after 60 minutes.
Penalty evidence
The two converted penalties strengthen his case as Bournemouth's leading spot-kick option when he is on the pitch.
However, managers should not call the role fully exclusive yet. Brooks took the third penalty after Kluivert had been substituted, while Marcus Tavernier played in the second 60-minute group rather than alongside him.
| Penalty question | Current answer |
|---|---|
| Did Kluivert take penalties? | Yes, two |
| Did he score both? | Yes |
| Did another player take one later? | Yes, David Brooks |
| Was Tavernier on the pitch with Kluivert? | No, not in the published first 60-minute XI |
| Is Kluivert confirmed as sole taker? | Not conclusively |
Why Kluivert is interesting in FPL
1. £6.0m price
The budget midfield bracket is crowded, but penalties and central attacking minutes can separate Kluivert from players relying only on open-play returns.
2. Flexible attacking role
He can play behind the striker, from the left or as a second attacker. The most valuable role would be central and close to Evanilson.
3. Junior Kroupi injury
Kroupi has undergone foot surgery and is expected to miss the start of the season. That removes one competitor for central attacking minutes.
4. Pre-season confidence
A hat-trick can improve Kluivert's chances of starting, even when the unusual 120-minute format reduces the value of the scoreline.
Reasons not to buy yet
| Risk | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Manchester City away in GW1 | Very difficult opening fixture |
| Bournemouth rotation | Tavernier, Brooks and other attackers compete for places |
| Penalty hierarchy incomplete | Key players were split between groups |
| Pre-season opponent and format | A 10-1 result over 120 minutes is not normal match evidence |
| New head coach | Marco Rose's first-choice attack is still developing |
Kluivert versus other £6.0m midfielders
Kluivert's advantage is clear: penalties can provide high-value chances.
His disadvantage is the opening fixture and uncertain long-term role.
| Manager type | Kluivert verdict |
|---|---|
| Aggressive differential hunter | Watch closely |
| Safe Gameweek 1 manager | Wait |
| Wildcard planned early | Easier to gamble |
| No early Wildcard planned | Prefer secure minutes |
| Bournemouth fan or fixture rotator | Consider after GW1 |
What to watch against Real Betis
Bournemouth's next friendly should clarify:
- Whether Kluivert starts with Tavernier
- Who plays behind Evanilson
- Who takes a penalty when all main attackers are available
- Whether Kluivert receives 60 or more minutes
- Whether he is central or wide
Use OneFPL Team News and OneFPL Fixtures after the final friendly.
OneFPL verdict
Kluivert has moved into the £6.0m midfielder conversation because two converted penalties provide a genuine FPL route to points.
The Gameweek 1 fixture prevents him from becoming a priority buy. The better approach is to confirm his role against Real Betis and consider him when Bournemouth's schedule improves.
FAQ
How much is Justin Kluivert in FPL?
He is priced at £6.0m as a midfielder.
Is Justin Kluivert Bournemouth's penalty taker?
He scored two penalties against Genoa, which is strong evidence. The hierarchy still needs confirmation when all first-choice attackers share the pitch.
Did Kluivert score a hat-trick against Genoa?
Yes. He scored twice from the penalty spot and was credited with another goal in Bournemouth's 10-1 pre-season win.
Should I pick Kluivert for Gameweek 1?
He is a risky choice because Bournemouth begin away to Manchester City.
Sources and useful links
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