Israeli Player Anan Khalaily Overlooked in Fantasy Premier League

Israeli winger Anan Khalaily is gradually emerging as a player to watch at Crystal Palace. He is expected to start in his first London derby against Fulham on Saturday. However, in the popular Fantasy Premier League game, Khalaily has yet to gain significant attention from managers.

As of the third round of the season, only 0.1% of fantasy managers have Khalaily in their squads. This low ownership can be attributed to Crystal Palace's poor defensive performance, having conceded six goals in their first two matches. Furthermore, only 4,757 managers selected the Israeli player for the current round, ranking him 12th among all Crystal 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 recorded 23 such actions, earning him two bonus points in a 4-1 loss to Manchester City, while his defensive teammates received zero points.

Additionally, his current price of 5 million is considered relatively high, potentially deterring managers from selecting him. The question remains whether his performance against Fulham will bring him more recognition.