Liverpool told to sign Jarrod Bowen as Mo Salah’s replacement
The impending departure of Mohamed Salah at the end of the 2025/26 season marks the end of an era at Liverpool.
As the Egyptian king prepares to bid farewell to Anfield after nine record-breaking years, the Merseyside giants are faced with the monumental task of replacing one of the greatest wingers in Premier League history.
While reports have linked Liverpool with ambitious moves for international stars like Athletic Club’s Nico Williams and RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande, former striker Michael Owen has backed a Premier League player to replace Salah at Anfield.
West Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen has received the backing from Owen to make the move to Anfield.
Liverpool are looking for a Mo Salah replacement
Replacing Salah is about more than simply signing a talented forward, it requires identifying a player capable of shouldering immense pressure while delivering relentless, clinical output from the right flank.
In a question asked by talkSPORT about seeing Bowen at Liverpool, the football pundit said:
“How do you know?
“I have said that to a couple of my mates the other day. I said, if I had one player.
“Now, obviously, Jarrod Bowen’s a legend of a player, West Ham, you know, adore the man, and rightly so.
“But, if West Ham went down, he would fit for me.
“I think he’s absolutely brilliant.
“I was lucky enough to do like a striking master class for a TV show we did last season with him, and I couldn’t believe it.
“Honestly, left foot, right foot, bang, bang, corners, pace. I mean, a real top finisher.
“I think he’s a brilliant player. I would be taking him to the World Cup, and, as I say, you know, I don’t want to upset West Ham fans, but if they went down, then he would be my idea of somebody to replace Salah.”
At 29 years old, Bowen represents a readymade, Premier League-proven solution. The England international possesses the qualities to shine at a big club.
Despite West Ham’s chaotic season, Bowen has maintained his high standards. The Hammers’ captain remains their most reliable attacking outlet, consistently troubling defenses with his direct running and sharp final product.
What relegation could mean for Bowen?
Bowen is currently tied down to a lucrative, long-term contract at the London Stadium that runs until June 2030.
Under normal circumstances, prising him away would require an exorbitant fee, with his current valuation hovering around the £60 million mark.
However, West Ham’s desperate battle against relegation could change the situation.
Retaining their highest earner and talisman would prove incredibly difficult, both financially and from a sporting perspective.
A relegation scenario would undoubtedly force West Ham to soften their stance, opening the door for Liverpool to make the move.
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