West Ham United insider Claret & Hugh have now shared a major in-house update involving star winger Jarrod Bowen.

The Lowdown: Irons eye new deal?

The 25-year-old has been one of manager David Moyes' players of the 2021/2022 Premier League season, prompting the club and owners GSB to plan a possible new deal.

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Football Insider recently claimed that Bowen is set be offered a 'huge' fresh contract in east London as West Ham look to secure their star to fresh terms, potentially to fend off his growing list of admirers.

While their club 'source' believes the Hammers are planning to open negotiations 'within weeks', club insider C&H have now shared a major update to the contrary.

The Latest: C&H share major in-house Bowen update...

The outlet, sharing information from their own 'key' source, say that 'discussions will start' over a fresh contract for Bowen but Moyes' side have set a different date.

West Ham have apparently 'decided' to hold 'new talks' with their star man's representatives in September as the Irons now map out a crunch time for discussions.

Their source explained:

“He’s got three years to go. In September, once this window is over, discussions will start with his agent for a new deal. Our priority is that all the short term energy goes into signing new players."

The Verdict: Right move?

While strengthening their position over Bowen comes as important, backing Moyes in the next transfer window to maintain their meteoric rise is surely a priority also.

Averaging the highest match rating domestically out of any West Ham man, standing out as their most valuable player going forward with 22 goals and assists combined (WhoScored), the Englishman could prove deadlier still playing alongside a star striker.

The London Stadium side must finally end their long search for a centre-forward and we believe this should stand out as their first and foremost priority this summer - especially since Michail Antonio remains their only natural, senior option in the position.

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