Sources: West Ham 'doing everything' to block exit for Liverpool target
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(Credit: Imago) Sun 17 May 2026 13:47, UK West Ham United are ready to do everything in their power to keep Jarrod Bowen beyond the summer transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.The 29-year-old remains a crucial part of Nuno Espirito Santo’s plans for the future and they hope he will stick around regardless of the outcome of their relegation battle.The Hammers are currently in the relegation zone with just two games to play, and they will rely on their talisman if they are to beat rivals Tottenham to survival.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Bowen is happy at West Ham but his future will be called into question if they go down.While much will depend on where Bowen sees his long-term future, the Hammers are stepping up efforts to keep the captain as part of a crucial window for West Ham. 🔄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 How does Jarrod Bowen feel about leaving West Ham?Former Hammers scout Mick Brown told Football Insider last month that Bowen has no plans to leave West Ham in the immediate future.However, his situation could change if they suffer relegation from the Premier League, and Liverpool are among the sides keeping a close eye on his situation.Jarrod Bowen2025-26 StatsAppearances40Starts40Minutes Played3679Goals10Assists11Jarrod Bowen’s stats for West Ham in the 2025-26 season.
(via Transfermarkt)Bowen remains under contract at the London Stadium until 2030 as the club tied him down when Liverpool first showed an interest, but he could now become available.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “At the moment, Bowen is happy at West Ham, he’s club captain there as well, but it’s just down to what he feels.“If he wants to stay in the Premier League, he won’t be short of options. There’s been talk of Liverpool, Everton and Newcastle being interested in him.“He won’t come cheap because of his contract situation.
He’s under contract at the London Stadium until 2030, and ideally, West Ham would like to keep hold of Bowen. “Maybe they’ll let a few leave, but Bowen being club captain I’m sure they will do everything they can to try and keep hold of him.“They hope that maybe he will be the man to lead them back to promotion if the worst case scenario happens and they are relegated.”Which clubs will rival Liverpool in the race for Bowen?Liverpool have been long-term admirers of Bowen as they prepare to lose Mohamed Salah this summer, with the winger believed to be on their list of replacements.However, they are not alone in their pursuit as a number of Premier League clubs have been placed on alert by the winger’s potential availability.Credit: ImagoFootball Insider revealed on 15 May that Newcastle are interested in signing Bowen, as the winger is “in high demand” ahead of the summer transfer window.The Magpies are bracing for interest in a number of their current attacking options and feel the West Ham captain would be a perfect replacement if they’re forced to sell.Everton are also believed to be among his admirers as David Moyes hopes to bolster his squad, with other Premier League rivals also keeping tabs on his future. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.