Strengthen your defence with this Fantasy Premier League tips Gameweek 9 defenders round-up and unlock your fantasy football potential.

Recommended defender picks for this Gameweek include players from Chelsea, Aston Villa, Brighton and Hove Albion and Crystal Palace.

🌟 Ben Chilwell CHE, £5.9m

Could have scored even more than the goal he managed against Sheffield United, and he’s looking the best combination of defensive and attacking returns ahead of the trip to Newcastle.

🌟 Matt Targett AST, £4.5m

Got an assist in the 3-0 win at Arsenal and Aston Villa have a good run of fixtures coming up, starting at home to Brighton.

🌟 Tariq Lamptey BHA, £4.7m

Scored at Tottenham and almost did so again in the 0-0 draw against Burnley, and he looks a real threat in attack.

🌟 Patrick van Aanholt CRY, £5.4m

Showed plenty going forwards in the 4-1 win against Leeds, grabbing an assist, and next up Palace are away to struggling Burnley.