FPL NEW RULE CHANGES - FIVE TRANSFERS, MYSTERY CHIP!

FPL NEW RULE CHANGES - FIVE TRANSFERS, MYSTERY CHIP!

Welcome back for another update! FPL has just dropped a big announcement for the 2024/25 season, bringing a bunch of changes to the game that could massively impact strategy and scoring. We'll cover everything you need to know, so make sure you subscribe and welcome to any new and returning subscribers.

Five Free Transfers

The first piece of news is massive: you can now roll up to five free transfers. Previously, the limit was two. If you’re new to the game, here’s a quick rundown: each game week, you get one free transfer. If you don’t use it, it rolls over to the next week, giving you two free transfers. This was the previous maximum.

Now, you can have up to five free transfers. It’s like having a mini wild card, allowing you to make significant changes to your team. You could even make six transfers for a -4 point hit or seven for a -8, etc.

Previously, if you used your wild card or free hit with two free transfers in the bank, they would be wiped and you’d be back to one free transfer. This is no longer the case. For example, you could have four free transfers, free hit into a double or blank game week, and then spend the four free transfers the week after.

This change will make it easier to hop off premium assets onto another. For instance, if you start with Haaland in Gameweek 1, you previously needed at least two free transfers to change him to a premium midfielder like Salah. With the new rule, you’ll likely find better transfer strategies in three moves.

New Chip Announcement

A new chip will be added to FPL, the first change since 2017 when "All Out Attack" was replaced by "Free Hit." We won’t get this chip until January, and details are scarce. It could be something like a "Limitless" chip with an unlimited budget for one week, or a new FPL challenge from last season, like double points for strikers for a week.

Visual Changes

You may have noticed some visual changes to the top menu. FPL is getting a new look, essentially implementing the FPL Challenge interface from last season. While some might be nostalgic for the old look, the new interface will likely be easier to get used to over time.

Minor Tweaks to Scoring

Several minor changes have been made to scoring:

• Goalkeeper Goals: Now worth 10 points instead of 6.
• Bonus Points System (BPS):
  • Saved penalties are now worth 9 BPS (down from 15).
  • Keepers and defenders conceding goals are now -4 BPS per goal.
  • Goal-line clearances are +3 BPS.
  • Fouls won are +1 BPS.
  • Each shot on target is worth 2 BPS.

These changes aim to balance out bonus points better. They are unlikely to affect the players you select significantly but are good to be aware of.

FA Cup Schedule

Outside of FPL, the FA Cup schedule is changing. This will result in fewer blank and double game weeks, and the ones that exist will be smaller. This change isn’t directly related to FPL rules, but it could affect strategy a bit. The upside is the introduction of five free transfers and a mystery chip, which should add a good new element to the game.

Conclusion

These are some exciting changes, and we’re buzzing for the new season. What do you think about the new rules? Is five free transfers too many, or should they have left it as two? Leave your thoughts in the comments. Don’t forget to hit subscribe for more updates as FPL’s launch is imminent and there’s loads of great content coming your way. See you soon!

Keywords:

• FPL
• Five Free Transfers
• New Chip
• Visual Changes
• Scoring Tweaks
• FA Cup Schedule

FAQ:

Q: What is the new maximum number of free transfers you can roll over? A: You can now roll over up to five free transfers, up from the previous limit of two.

Q: Will unused transfers be wiped out if I play my wild card or free hit? A: No, they will not. You could have multiple free transfers, use a chip, and still retain your rolled-over transfers for future game weeks.

Q: What new chip is being introduced? A: The specific details of the new chip are still under wraps and will be revealed in January. It could be something like unlimited budget for one week or another exciting feature.

Q: Are there any changes to the Bonus Points System (BPS)? A: Yes, several tweaks have been made, such as adjustments to the points for saved penalties, conceding goals, goal-line clearances, fouls won, and shots on target.

Q: How will the FA Cup schedule changes affect FPL? A: The new FA Cup schedule will lead to fewer and smaller blank and double game weeks, which could impact long-term strategy.

By following these updates and adjustments, you'll be well-prepared for the upcoming FPL season. Happy managing!