Newcastle vs West Ham becomes the battle for Jarrod Bowen’s signature amid latest rumours
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Credit: Imago Fri 15 May 2026 11:55, UK Newcastle United will host West Ham United on Sunday in a crucial match for the London club’s Premier League future.Should the Hammers lose at St James’ Park, Tottenham will have the chance to relegate them when they travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea on Tuesday. West Ham transfer chiefs will be aware that the 29-year-old is in his prime and far too good for the Championship, and they would be unlikely to stand in his way if he pushed for a move. 🔄West Ham United Transfer Update🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the West Ham United boardroom.
VISIT THE WEST HAM TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle United keen on Jarrod BowenEddie Howe is reportedly a big fan of Bowen, who would be a great asset for any Premier League team. Despite all of West Ham’s issues this season, the 29-year-old has scored eight goals and provided 10 assists in his sixth consecutive campaign of hitting double digits in the top flight.
Relegation could finally be Bowen’s breaking point, however, with the 29-year-old understandably reluctant to spend his prime years in the Championship.And with Newcastle set for an influx of cash with the incoming departure of Anthony Gordon, Howe could be the man to provide him with his next step.For that to happen, the Magpies will need to play their part in sending West Ham down on Sunday at St James’ Park.Form has been hard to come by for Howe’s team of late, winning just two of their last 10 games across all competitions, but they will be confident after breaking their streak of losses.What Eddie Howe said on ‘goal threat’ BowenHowe is reportedly a long-term fan of Bowen, and could have had his hands on him already had Newcastle gone through with a move for the winger in 2020. The England international revealed after his move to West Ham that he had been extremely close to joining the Magpies, who backed out of a deal at the last minute over the fee – a decision they would surely come to regret.