With Matchweek 10 approaching, Fantasy managers have some important decisions to make ahead of the next deadline.
Alessia Russo is finally showing the goalscoring form expected of her while Ellie Brazil had emerged as one of Southampton's most influential attacking players.
Oceané Hurtré also continues to deliver for Birmingham City, making her an appealing option for managers looking for consistent returns. However, there are two established names giving managers a headache this week, with Danielle van de Donk and Anna Tamminen both facing questions over their places in Fantasy squads.
Alessia Russo: £11.5m - 49% ownership
It's been quite a turnaround for Alessia Russo in recent weeks. After a slow start to the BWSL campaign, with no goal in Arsenal's opening four games, the forward is beginning to look like the clinical presence Fantasy managers expected when investing heavily in her,
Since bagging her first goal of the season, Russo has now found the net nine times in her last seven appearances. Her latest contribution came last time out against Liverpool, scoring twice in Arsenal's 2-1 victory at Anfield.
The England international has played a key role in Arsenal's recent improvement, with Renée Slegers' side now unbeaten in four BWSL matches. As the Gunners begin to find their rhythm, Russo's confidence in front of goal appears to be growing with each appearance. Therefore, it's no surprise to see 431 managers drafting her in.
With a free-scoring London City Lionesses up next, Arsenal will have to match their best performance to bag a result at the Emirates. However, LCL have failed to keep a clean sheet in the league since their 2-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion in late September.
This makes it seem wise to bring Russo in, especially against a side who give chances away.
Danielle van de Donk: £4.5m - 29% ownership
However, one shocking statistic this week is the number of managers who are deciding to move on from Danielle van de Donk, with 380 managers no longer requiring her services.
This is a surprise given the attacking numbers she has produced for London City Lionesses this season.
The Dutch international has registered three goals and four assists in nine league appearances, while her underlying figures suggest there could be even more to come. She has accumulated 4.85 expected goals, highlighting the number of attacking opportunities she is involved in.
Her performance against Manchester City only solidified this fact. She produced five chances in the match - the most of any player - and had three efforts on goal.
With a trip to the Emirates up next to face her former side, I think it would be strange to move on from van de Donk after a single blank last weekend. And priced at just £4.5m, she is surely one of the strongest budget options in the game.
Oceané Hurtré: £6m - 20% ownership
Continuing with budget picks, Oceané Hurtré continues to be one of Birmingham City's most important attacking options, and her Fantasy performances are making her increasingly difficult to overlook.
The French midfielder sits fourth in overall points this season, only nine behind Bunny Shaw in top spot. She has been a consistent threat throughout the 2026/27 campaign, contributing seven goals and two assists.
She's also demonstrated her versatility, operating across the forward line and giving Birmingham an attacking outlet in several positions.
Her six completed dribbles against London City last weekend were the most completed in the match, and paired with a stunning curling effort, she's a sure pick for 385 Fantasy managers.
Ellie Brazil: £7.5m - 4% ownership
Moving on to BWSL2, Ellie Brazil is curently the third-most transferred in player ahead of Matchweek 10, with 284 managers drafting her in.
The Southampton forward was instrumental in her side's 4-1 victory against Sheffield United, scoring twice and providing an assist in a dominant display at St Mary's.
It was a huge moment for the Saints who were without a league win since the opening game of the season against Durham. They now prepare for a trip up north to face a struggling Burnley side who occupy the relegation zone.
With confidence running through the team after their dominant victory, and Brazil having added to her tally of three goals and four assists, it makes her an attractive Fantasy option heading into Sunday;s fixtures.
Anna Tamminen: £5m - 11% ownership
Another player causing dilemmas for managers is Newcastle United goalkeeper Anna Tamminen. Ahead of Sunday's Tyne and Wear derby, she is the most transferred-out BWSL2 players with 313 deciding to switch.
A surprising figure for the highest scoring shotstopper in the division. However, her recent absence has complicated matters.
Tamminen was unavailable for Newcastle's meeting with Nottingham Forest and also missed their subsequent BWSL2 fixture against Burnley, leaving managers uncertain over when she will return.
With her availability up in the air, managers need to consider whether they can afford to wait for further updates when there are alternatives who have the potential to contribute defensive returns.
Tamminen's performances have shown why she was such a valuable option, but Fantasy managers must prioritise availability to stay in touch with rivals.
