Liverpool have been assessing Jarrod Bowen as a long-term successor to Mohamed Salah, but all signs currently point to the move being extremely difficult to complete. Although the Reds admire the 28-year-old attacker and believe he fits the profile of a future right-wing option, the chances of seeing him arrive at Anfield anytime soon remain slim.
Tottenham Hotspur are also monitoring Bowen’s situation after strengthening their squad with Mohammed Kudus during the previous transfer window.
Kudus, of course, used to play alongside Bowen at West Ham, and Spurs see the Hammers star as another potentially valuable addition to their frontline. However, just like Liverpool, the London club are not expected to find the path to a deal any easier. Spurs do like the player, but at this stage, any transfer appears unlikely.
A report from Football Insider explains why both clubs’ interest may ultimately lead nowhere. According to the outlet, West Ham have made it clear that they will only entertain the idea of selling Bowen if an extraordinary, irresistible offer arrives—something that drastically exceeds his perceived value.
They regard him as a key figure in their team and are unwilling to part with him for anything less than a huge fee.
At this moment, West Ham have not received any official bids for the left-footed winger. Despite that, Bowen could still be enticed by the prospect of competing in the UEFA Champions League, an opportunity that his current club cannot offer right now.
Even so, West Ham hold the strongest position in negotiations due to Bowen’s long-term contract, which runs all the way until 2030. This means that any club hoping to secure his signature would have to submit a particularly large and persuasive proposal.
Liverpool, who invested heavily in new forwards during the summer, still feel they will eventually need to bring in another winger—whether that happens in January or sometime next summer.
The Merseyside club has been linked with a variety of possible alternatives recently. Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo is one of the names frequently mentioned, while Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise is another player the Reds reportedly admire.
Tottenham also have their own backup plans. Ange Postecoglou’s side have been associated with Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers and, more recently, Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye as they look to strengthen their attack further.
Bowen would undoubtedly be a high-quality signing for either Liverpool or Spurs, given his consistency, work rate, and proven Premier League output.
However, with West Ham unwilling to negotiate unless a massive offer is placed on the table, both clubs appear prepared to explore other targets should they fail to land the Hammers’ standout forward.
