Joelinton

Joelinton remained a key part of Newcastle's midfield in 2025/26, starting 23 of 27 Premier League games as a physical, box-to-box presence who does plenty of defensive work, 43 tackles and 30 interceptions, while chipping in two goals and one assist. His fantasy value is built more on the peripheral numbers and energy than end product, and the double-digit yellow cards are worth noting in formats that penalize bookings. Brazil left him out of their World Cup squad, a reminder he is more of a domestic workhorse than an international regular. Under manager Eddie Howe, he is a trusted starter when fit, though he has had injury interruptions in recent seasons. For fantasy, he is a mid-priced, ball-winning midfielder useful in tackle-and-interception formats, with only the occasional goal to lift his ceiling. A solid depth option rather than a difference-maker.