Jarrod Bowen Named West Ham United Captain

Jarrod Bowen has been appointed as West Ham United's new Club captain for the 2024/25 season, succeeding Kurt Zouma amid his transfer talks to the UAE. The 27-year-old forward, who has been with the Hammers since January 2020, expressed his pride in taking on this role, citing the legacy of legendary captains like Bobby Moore and Mark Noble as an inspiration. Bowen's leadership abilities have been recognized by head coach Julen Lopetegui, and he has been a key player, scoring 60 goals in 202 appearances, including a crucial winner in the 2023 Europa Conference League final. He emphasized his commitment to the club and desire to achieve legendary status as he embarks on this new chapter. Long-serving defender Aaron Cresswell will serve as vice-captain, supporting Bowen in his leadership role as the team prepares for the upcoming Premier League season.