The Scout marks Fantasy Premier League managers' cards as to which midfielders they should be considering for the start of 2017/18.
Matt Phillips (West Bromwich Albion)
The West Brom winger’s 2016/17 was hit by injury, frustratingly for him and for FPL managers.
Over his 27 starts last season, Phillips demonstrated his importance to the Baggies attack.
He scored or assisted 40% of West Brom's goals when on the pitch and can be a key man in home matches against AFC Bournemouth, Stoke City and West Ham United in the first five Gameweeks of 2017/18.
West Brom head coach Tony Pulis, and FPL managers, will be hoping for an injury-free campaign.
West Brom's opening fixtures
| GW | Opponent |
|---|---|
| 1 | BOU (H) |
| 2 | BUR (A) |
| 3 | STK (H) |
| 4 | BHA (A) |
| 5 | WHU (H) |
| 6 | ARS (A) |