What West Ham are now thinking about Jarrod Bowen’s future as Premier League interest ramps up
TBR Football reports that West Ham United have made it clear they will not entertain any offers for Jarrod Bowen in the January transfer window, effectively ending Tottenham Hotspur’s hopes of luring the England international to North London mid-season.
Bowen has become the beating heart of West Ham in recent years. The 27-year-old has finished as the club’s top Premier League goalscorer in each of the past four campaigns and was appointed club captain at the start of last season. He is now just nine goals shy of Michail Antonio’s all-time Premier League record for the Hammers — an incredible feat that underlines his importance both on and off the pitch.
For West Ham, Bowen is far more than a player; he represents the club’s identity, ambition, and resilience. He has grown into a true leader at the London Stadium, consistently delivering goals and moments of inspiration when the team has needed them most. Given the Hammers’ precarious position in the Premier League table — currently 18th and three points adrift of safety despite a vital win over Newcastle — the idea of selling their talisman is simply unthinkable.
West Ham adopt a firm ‘not for sale’ stance
Sources close to the club have told TBR Football that Bowen is completely off-limits. Although West Ham are open to selling certain players to generate funds for new signings in January, Bowen’s name is not even up for discussion. Manager Nuno Espírito Santo, who is still settling into life at the club, is desperate to strengthen the squad rather than weaken it, and the board fully supports his stance that Bowen must remain central to any survival bid.
Tottenham Hotspur have long been admirers of Bowen. The North London side are actively seeking a new wide forward in January and have made several approaches through intermediaries to explore the possibility of signing him. However, each enquiry has been met with a definitive response: Bowen is not for sale this winter.
While Tottenham’s interest remains strong, they are not alone. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United have all monitored Bowen’s progress in recent years, and TBR Football understands that Atletico Madrid have even shown tentative interest in a potential summer move.
“He’s untouchable” – West Ham sources stand firm
TBR Football’s chief correspondent Graeme Bailey reinforced the club’s unwavering position, saying:
“West Ham sources acknowledge players could leave, but Jarrod Bowen will not be one of them. The club know they can’t even consider letting him go in January. Tottenham love Bowen, but they’re not alone — and while I don’t see him leaving in the New Year, come the summer, it’s going to be difficult for West Ham to keep hold of him.”
For now, however, Bowen’s focus remains on helping West Ham fight their way out of the relegation zone and reigniting their season under Espírito Santo.
The making of a modern West Ham legend
Should Bowen choose to stay at the London Stadium for the long haul, he could well follow in the footsteps of Mark Noble, the embodiment of loyalty and leadership at West Ham. Noble, affectionately known as “Mr. West Ham,” spent nearly two decades with the club, amassing over 550 appearances, scoring 62 goals, and leading the team through promotions, relegations, and European nights alike.
Bowen, who previously played for Hull City, has already etched his name into West Ham folklore with his goal in the Europa Conference League final, which secured the club’s first major European trophy in over 50 years. Despite having played roughly half as many games as Noble, he’s closing in on the club’s all-time Premier League scoring charts and has earned praise from teammates like Michail Antonio, who recently described him as “underrated.”
If Bowen continues his upward trajectory and remains loyal through the club’s ups and downs, he could easily become the next true icon of West Ham United — someone who defines an era not through transfers and trophies elsewhere, but through commitment, consistency, and connection with the fans.
In a football world often dominated by short-term moves and big-money deals, Bowen’s loyalty to West Ham could cement his legacy alongside the likes of Noble, Billy Bonds, and Trevor Brooking. And while Tottenham, Liverpool, and others may circle again in the summer, for now, Jarrod Bowen is going nowhere — and that might be the best bit of business West Ham could do all season.