The 2021-22 Premier League kicks off in August and fantasy football aficionados are already putting their teams together.
In the official Premier League fantasy football game, you must choose five defenders and it can be tough to settle on choices as you manage your budget.
Defenders who keep clean sheets are naturally desirable, but the key is to pick the ones who score goals or provide assists too.
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To help you in your selection, Goal takes a look at the best fantasy football defenders in the Premier League, including a few bargains.
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