Bowen is past it

[Mad Ferret]

What on earth has happened to him.

Absolutely shocking once again today. Do feel like he’s past it at this point.

[Massive Attack]

He'd be the ideal replacement for Salah at Liverpool. Not that I'd want to see it but would make sense. Could even see him at Man Utd if they cleared some out. Personally I hope he hangs his boots up with us.

[JAC]

Past it?...don't be ridiculous.....I think being captain has weighed him down, pointless adding that pressure on him.

[honky cat]

His 'babies' must be preschool now. 
The Mrs needs to get off her phone and take them for a run around the park, Calpol for their tea.

I think he's he had a tough season and fatigued, but he is past his peak now.

Hopefully gash Pablo will be back soon, as it's all gone tits up since he's been out.

[Dick Shaftsbury]

Probably been getting sleepless nights with his twin babies - that sort of thing sounds like it should be a long way away from the life of an elite footballer but it can have a big impact. He looks jaded and it's affecting his timing and decision-making. I don't go along with the theory that he's looking for a move. The sad thing is that if his dip in form carries on, he's got no chance of going to the World Cup and he won't get a top club coming in for him.

You seriously think he's up in the middle of the night feeding the kids with a breast pump? 

[Mex Martillo]

Bollocks
Shakes head, closes thread and forgets about it.

[BoleynGone]

Don't know what the fuss is about.
He was unlucky that Allison's pass that hit him didn't go in, he was in the right place chasing the keepere down.Created a great chance for Soucek by beating two defenders,assist for Taty's goal.
If people want to blame someone look at AWB's closing down for every attack. Gakpo's goal was because he was to lazy and scared to face the shot. He's defending like this most of the season.
Bowen was miles better than Salah too.

[Fauxstralian]

He has been carrying the attack until Summerville’s recent goals and teams tend to double team him as our only goal threat
See him quite close up in home games and has recently looked fatigued or carrying a knock
Ironically Pablo being out (who people don’t rate) has messed up our attack where he and Taty have worked hard & occupied defenders creating space for Summerville & Bowen

[Manuel]

Maybe it's time to give it another go through the middle, he' contributing fuck all on the right.

[Alfs]

If we go down, and he doesn't go to the World Cup, he'll give us another season, unless the board insist on selling him. Until the season ends his mind is only on West Ham.
 

[Mad Ferret]

An elite Club would be daft to overlook such an absolute bargain should we go down, what are you on about??

Bowen is simply not an elite player. 

He’s had his moments for sure, but there’s a reason that he’s had his peak years playing for West Ham.

Always looked like a competition winner when playing for England too.

[the exile]

Probably been getting sleepless nights with his twin babies - that sort of thing sounds like it should be a long way away from the life of an elite footballer but it can have a big impact. He looks jaded and it's affecting his timing and decision-making. I don't go along with the theory that he's looking for a move. The sad thing is that if his dip in form carries on, he's got no chance of going to the World Cup and he won't get a top club coming in for him.

[dealcanvey]

Play him upfront with Taty against Fulham. I think it could work. 

[BillyJenningsBoots]

What on earth has happened to him.

Absolutely shocking once again today. Do feel like he’s past it at this point.

Not sufficient to pretend you hate Potts you are now on another wind up.

Class is permanent form is temporary give it a rest you utter twat!

 

[Massive Attack]

He'll be at Spurs or Chelsea next season

Why the fuck would he swap us for a Championship Club? 

[Massive Attack]

An elite Club would be daft to overlook such an absolute bargain should we go down, what are you on about??

Bowen would not get in the team at Arsenal, Man City, Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool.

He'd get in an elite Club squad 100%.

[pdcwhu]

NONSENSE 

[Come On You Irons]

An elite Club would be daft to overlook such an absolute bargain should we go down, what are you on about??

Bowen would not get in the team at Arsenal, Man City, Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool.

[Massive Attack]

An elite Club would be daft to overlook such an absolute bargain should we go down, what are you on about??

[Come On You Irons]

Tbh i cant see anyone coming in for him with big money and a long contract, hes nearly 30. We've had his best years.

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Agreed. I don't think an elite club will sign him.

I think the likes of Newcastle, Everton and maybe Villa will look to sign him.

[honky cat]

Tbh i cant see anyone coming in for him with big money and a long contract, hes nearly 30. We've had his best years.

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[muskie]

Let's hope so.

[cup of tea]

He'll be at Spurs or Chelsea next season

[Nutsin]

Lad's just knackered and jaded. Captaincy has weighed heavy on him too. 

If that’s the case bench him. Let him rest. 

[Pub Bigot]

He was shite today, but fuck me he’s a great servant and more than done his part. Lacking from, England place likely lost, lot on his mind, but I’m behind him and hope he can turn it around. 

[twoleftfeet]

Give the armband to Mav.