Tottenham Hotspur are leading the race to sign West Ham United star Jarrod Bowen this month after Mohammed Kudus suffered an injury, according to Fichajes.
Spurs have had a mixed campaign so far this season under Thomas Frank and currently sit 13th in the Premier League, but they have a number of injury issues that they are contending with, especially in attack, which means they are looking in the market for potential opportunities.
After Brennan Johnson left for Crystal Palace, Ghana star Kudus has now picked up an injury and is set for a spell on the sidelines, and the north London outfit have made Hammers skipper Bowen a target to come in and strengthen the squad.
Tottenham Lead Race to Sign Jarrod Bowen
Bowen, who has been described as 'world-class' previously by Ian Wright, is a key man at the London Stadium but their form this season has been dreadful and after defeat to Nottingham Forest on Tuesday night, they now sit seven points adrift of safety in the relegation zone.
With the team facing the threat of relegation, rival clubs are now beginning to circle and pay attention to their squad, and Bowen is the obvious target for a lot of clubs who are keen, including Spurs.
It's understood that West Ham would have no chance of keeping the player at the club should they be relegated, and Tottenham are the most interested team in his services. Bowen would be open to making the move in that instance, but it's possible that Spurs could look to test their resolve this month with a bid.
West Ham don't want to sell, and have previously slapped a £100m asking price on his head, but they are very aware that his future is linked to their status as a Premier League club, and they would find it impossible to fend off interest from bigger clubs in the Championship.
Bowen Arrival Would Boost Frank
At 29-years-old, Bowen is at the absolute peak of his powers and right now it's fair to say that West Ham are probably holding him back from reaching his full potential.
Tottenham are desperate to add goals to their team after a slow campaign, and an injury to Kudus means the right-wing spot could do with some additions to make them stronger. Bowen is also more than capable of playing through the middle as a central striker too, and that versatility would help too.
Getting a deal done for another West Ham player won't be easy considering how the fans reacted to Kudus' move, but Bowen is a club legend, and they will surely understand that he can't be playing in the Championship. If Tottenham come in with a big offer, this is one to keep a close eye on.