Anan Khalaily's Fantasy Premier League Presence Lags Behind Potential

Israeli winger Anan Khalaily is gradually becoming a player to watch at Crystal Palace, but his impact has yet to translate into the popular Fantasy Premier League game. Khalaily is expected to start in his first London derby against Fulham on Saturday.

As of the third round of the Premier League season, only 0.1% of fantasy managers have included Khalaily in their squads. This low adoption rate can be attributed to Crystal Palace's overall poor defensive performance, having conceded six goals in their first two matches. Furthermore, only 4,757 managers selected Khalaily for the current round, ranking him 12th among Palace players.

A key reason for considering Khalaily is his defensive contribution, measured in tackles and ball recoveries. In the one and a half games he has played, Khalaily has made 23 such contributions, earning him two bonus points in a 4-1 loss to Manchester City, while his defensive teammates received zero points.

Currently, Khalaily's price of 5 million is considered relatively high, potentially deterring managers from selecting him. The upcoming match against Fulham may offer an opportunity for him to gain more recognition among fantasy players.