Neil Lennon was quick to respond to the unfortunate injury suffered by Jarrod Bowen, the talented West Ham forward who had to leave the pitch during a narrow 2-1 win over Wolves on Saturday (6 April).

The sight of Bowen being substituted for Aaron Cresswell after just 54 minutes was undoubtedly a worrying moment for Hammers fans watching the game.

With a crucial Europa League showdown against Bayer Leverkusen scheduled for Thursday 11 April, manager David Moyes will be anxious for positive news on Bowen’s injury, hoping it’s not as severe as initially anticipated.

Live on Sky Sports, Lennon remarked, “Bowen’s down on the ground – a collision with Gomes. It might have seemed innocuous, but it seems like a rib injury. He’s been down for a few minutes now. Given the upcoming match against Bayer Leverkusen, this is a significant concern for West Ham. Bowen seems to be struggling at the moment; we’ll have to wait to see if he can carry on. It doesn’t look promising.”

Losing Bowen to injury could deal a severe blow to West Ham United, as they strive for a top-six finish in the Premier League and European success. Facing Leverkusen, a formidable side currently unbeaten this season, is challenging enough without Bowen’s absence.

The 27-year-old has been a standout performer for West Ham, contributing 19 goals and 8 assists across all competitions, often leading the team to victory on his own merit.

While other key attackers like Lucas Paqueta and Mohammed Kudus play crucial roles for the Hammers, Bowen stands out as the most potent threat up front. Moyes will be understandably concerned about this injury setback.

Fortunately, if the injury is above the waist, there remains hope for a swifter recovery compared to a muscle-related issue. Yet the severity of Bowen’s condition remains uncertain, leaving fans eagerly awaiting updates on his status.