West Ham United are gearing up for a pivotal summer transfer window. They must strengthen key areas across the squad after a shameful 2024/25 campaign.
The Hammers reportedly want to bolster their frontline and midfield, with manager Graham Potter eager to bring in a clinical striker and upgrade his options in the engine room.
However, due to their limited budget, the Irons may be forced to offload players to generate funds and support their recruitment.
Thankfully, West Ham talisman Jarrod Bowen is not among those the club is trying to sell to generate funds for the summer window.
According to The Guardian, West Ham are confident Bowen will not look to leave despite the club failing to rise to his level again.
The 28-year-old bagged 10 goals and seven assists in 31 appearances this season, recording the most goal contributions for the club.
Last term, he delivered 20 goals and 10 assists in 44 outings. Injuries blighted this season, but he was still heads and shoulders above other West Ham attackers.
Newcastle United and Liverpool looked Bowen’s way before and might have been tempted again this summer, but the West Ham faithful will be buzzing as their talisman seems set to stay.
In our opinion, this summer should be about finding Bowen the right attacking partners. The Hammers looked blunt this season and need decisive players to help the Englishman.
West Ham could use a new centre-forward and a left-winger if Crysencio Summerville fails to bounce back from his injury-riddled debut campaign in East London.
Per the report, West Ham have also accepted they might have to sell Mohammed Kudus. There is no news on whether West Ham can sell Lucas Paqueta with his spot-fixing trial a sticking point.
West Ham need attacking reinforcement across the roster, but the Hammers must consider options that complement Bowen.
Elsewhere, the club must also make crucial decisions regarding the future of players like Tomas Soucek, who is wanted by Everton, and the underwhelming Jean-Clair Todibo.