Leeds Fantasy Guide 2026/27: Best Picks for Sleeper and Fantrax

Last updated: Gameweek 6 · October 5, 2026

Leeds fantasy picks 2026/27

Leeds have two elite defenders producing at the top of their position and a penalty-taker who ranks 1st in expected goals for his squad, but the defence is leaking goals. Through five gameweeks, the side has conceded 3 InfoSport Points and shipped 16 goals across the squad—a warning sign for clean-sheet depth.

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Best Leeds fantasy assets

Muharemović (Leeds, DEF)

Muharemović leads all Leeds outfielders with 10.54 projected InfoSport Points and 1st-in-squad clearances, blocks and interceptions with 53. At 4.3% FPL ownership, he is under the radar for category-scoring managers who value defensive volume over clean-sheet consistency.

Bogle (Leeds, DEF)

Bogle ranks 2nd across all Leeds for projected points (10.5) and 2nd for points per 90 at 12.95. He has recorded 4 clean sheets and 2 goals—the most goals scored by any Leeds defender. With 73 expected minutes across the next three fixtures, Bogle offers both volume and attacking upside in a back line that has beaten 7.3% FPL ownership expectations.

Calvert-Lewin (Leeds, FWD)

Calvert-Lewin is 1st in squad expected goals with 3.0 and holds the primary penalty role. His 10.2 projected InfoSport Points rank 3rd on the team despite playing a harder three-fixture stretch (Arsenal away, Manchester United home, Sunderland away). At 24.8% FPL ownership, he is the most widely owned Leeds forward but offers genuine shot volume and set-piece security.

Set pieces and penalties

Penalties: Calvert-Lewin is first choice, followed by Nmecha and Piroe.

Corners and indirect free kicks: Stach, Wilson, Longstaff and Tanaka are listed in order of assignment.

Direct free kicks: Stach, Wilson, Longstaff and Aaronson are the takers, with Stach first.

Defensive value and clean-sheet outlook

Leeds defenders are mining tackle and clearance volume. Justin leads the squad with 1st-in-squad tackles (16) and 2nd in clearances, blocks and interceptions (28) at 8.3 points per 90. Stach ranks 2nd in tackles (13) and 3rd in clearances for a midfielder (27). Muharemović’s 53 clearances, blocks and interceptions across five gameweeks dwarf the rest of the squad, reinforcing his appeal in Sleeper and Fantrax leagues where defensive work scores.

Clean sheets, however, remain a concern. Leeds have posted only 2 across the season and have conceded goals in each of the last two gameweeks. Muharemović (2 clean sheets), Bogle (4 clean sheets), Justin (2 clean sheets), Ampadu (2 clean sheets) and Tanaka (2 clean sheets) share a skewed distribution—Bogle’s 4 stands alone—suggesting inconsistency. Elite defenders in category-scoring typically combine tackle frequency with shut-down opportunity; Leeds offer the former but not reliably the latter.

Fixture outlook

Leeds face a mixed schedule over the next six gameweeks. Gameweek 6 brings Arsenal away (difficulty 5), followed by Manchester United at home (difficulty 4) and Sunderland away (difficulty 3). Gameweek 9 offers Bournemouth away (difficulty 3) before Spurs at home (difficulty 2) in gameweek 10—a potential turning point for attackers. Chelsea away (difficulty 4) closes the run, meaning only two of the six fixtures rate below difficulty 3.

Players to avoid

Harry Wilson (MID): Currently sidelined with a thigh injury and 0% chance of playing. Do not roster until his return date is confirmed.

Joe Rodon (DEF): Hamstring injury with expected return 21 November. No minutes projected for the next three gameweeks; avoid until eligibility resumes.

Brenden Aaronson (MID): Only 38.8 expected minutes over the next three gameweeks. Minimal offensive upside (0.01 xG, 0.02 xA) makes him a deep bench option at best.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the best Leeds player for fantasy?

Muharemović and Bogle both merit starting spots. Muharemović projects 10.54 InfoSport Points and leads the squad in clearances (53), while Bogle offers 12.95 points per 90 and 4 clean sheets. View full rankings to compare across the league.

Who takes penalties for Leeds?

Calvert-Lewin is the primary penalty taker. Nmecha and Piroe are listed as alternates. Calvert-Lewin also leads the squad in expected goals (3.0) and projects 10.2 InfoSport Points.

Are Leeds defenders good fantasy picks?

Yes, for category-scoring leagues. Muharemović (53 clearances/blocks/interceptions) and Justin (16 tackles, 28 clearances/blocks/interceptions) rank highly in defensive work. However, only 2 clean sheets through five gameweeks limits upside. Prioritize tackles and clearances over shut-downs in Sleeper and Fantrax.

Bottom line

Muharemović and Bogle are elite defensive assets for category-scoring platforms, combining tackles, clearances and attacking output. Calvert-Lewin’s penalty status and 3.0 xG make him the forward to own, but fixture difficulty spikes over the next two gameweeks, so time your additions around gameweek 8.

Leeds player stats

Season totals. CBI = clearances, blocks and interceptions combined.

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