Fantasy Premier League Tips: 11 Essential Players You Must Consider

9. Branislav Ivanovic (Chelsea)

Another defender who enjoyed a successful Premier League season last term is Branislav Ivanovic. The Serb racked up big points in fantasy football in 2013-14 with Chelsea boasting the best defensive record in England's topflight, having conceded a paltry 27 goals. Not only is Ivanovic a safe bet for clean-sheet bonuses but he's also a goal-scoring defender, and has, oddly enough, netted 16 times in the league since arriving from Lokomotive Moscow in 2008. These are just some of the reasons why the 30-year-old is considered one of the best players in his position across Europe right now. As such, Ivanovic is among the three most expensive players on Fantasy Premier League. At £7 million, only Everton's Seamus Coleman and Leighton Baines cost as much, and you'd be breaking the bank to afford either. But if you do have the available funds, the Chelsea man is a fantastic pick, and is likely to bring in big points again this season.