West Ham star Jarrod Bowen signs extension deal with the Hammers amid Liverpool links
West Ham United have dealt a significant blow to Liverpool and their transfer plans as they confirmed the signing of Jarrod Bowen to a new long-term contract. The winger’s commitment to the Hammers surely comes as a setback to the Reds, who saw themselves linked with him for the past year, with recent speculation even suggesting that he could be a potential successor to Mohamed Salah.
The 26-year-old England international has now firmly tied his future to David Moyes’ side. This news will certainly be disappointing for Liverpool, who had been monitoring his progress closely.
While Salah continues to shine and showcase his remarkable goal-scoring prowess for Liverpool, there is a growing possibility of his departure, particularly with the lucrative offers from the Saudi League. This potential move could materialise as early as the next summer window.
Here is what Bowen had to say after extending his contract with West Ham via ECHO:
“I’m so pleased to have signed a new long-term contract at West Ham. Everyone knows what this Club means to me, so committing my future until 2030 means so much to me and my family.”
The pursuit of a player like Bowen surely made sense for Liverpool given Salah’s uncertain future at the club.
No Bowen, no party?
However, with Bowen’s new contract at West Ham, Liverpool will need to reassess their options and explore alternative avenues for bolstering their squad. While Salah’s departure is not certain, the club must have a contingency plan in place to ensure a smooth transition if such an eventuality arises.
Liverpool’s recruitment team will now likely intensify their scouting efforts to identify potential successors to Salah. The search for a player who can seamlessly fit into Jurgen Klopp’s system and replicate Salah’s impact will be a priority.
While Salah’s departure remains uncertain, Liverpool must have a contingency plan in place to ensure a smooth transition if it does materialise.
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The pursuit of a player like Jarrod Bowen made sense as part of this strategy, but with his new contract at West Ham, Liverpool will need to pivot and consider other options.
