Aguero, Sanchez et al

Some of the Copa America players have been given an extended break by their managers ahead of the start of the Premier League season. Probably the 2 most important for FPL players are Aguero and Sanchez.

Here's what their managers say about their return:

 

Pellegrini on Aguero, Zabaleta, Demichelis: "I think when we return to Manchester they will start their preseason. Maybe they will not be involved in the first game, but I am sure they will work hard and will be involved as soon as they can."

Suggests there's not much chance of starting the 1st game, could be the 2nd (vs Chelsea). Is it worth factoring in Aguero when he's unlikely to play the 1st game and unsure in the 2nd? Benching a £13m player for 2 games? Not sure myself.

 

Wenger on Sanchez: "He will be back on August 3 and usually it takes three weeks to be competitive."

Suggests Sanchez may not be available until the Liverpool game on the 24th. Arsenal's 1st 2 games are ones they can win without him.

 

So to summarize, it looks like Aguero will definitely miss the 1st game - could feature in the 2nd. Sanchez might be out until the 3rd GW. It's all guess work based on cryptic manager speak of course. The question is, do you make room for them in your starting team?