Fantasy Premier League Tips: 11 Most Popular Buys

9. Phillippe Coutinho (Liverpool) - 22.7% Of Teams Selected

Perhaps it's because he's a Liverpool midfielder that the fuss and the purchase price are high. Either way, he's proven a very popular choice after his 13 games last season. If he can replicate the same form over an entire season, he'll become essential on any fantasy team. However, his goal rate leaves a bit to be desired yet, and it's imperative he improves this before you shell out your hard-earned funds on the Liverpool attacking midfielder. Price: £9m 2012/13 Points: 70* (Bought in January) 2012/13 Points per Match played: 5.38 2012/13 League Appearances: 13 matches 2012/13 Minutes played: 923 2012/13 Goals scored: 3 2012/13 Goals per game: 0.23 2012/13 Assists: 7 2012/13 Clean Sheets: 8
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