FPL pre-season watch: Bowen already in red-hot form

The pre-season form of Jarrod Bowen (£7.0m) suggests he could prove a handy differential pick when 2023/24 Fantasy Premier League starts next month.

The West Ham United midfielder scored twice and supplied an assist in a 6-2 win over Perth Glory at the weekend.

That followed his goal and assist against Boreham Wood, meaning Bowen has been involved in five goals over his two pre-season outings, more than any other player in Fantasy.

Yet he can be found in just 4.7 per cent of squads.

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The Hammers’ mixed opening schedule is a reason for that low ownership, with David Moyes' side facing Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion, Manchester City and Liverpool in the first six Gameweeks.

Nonetheless, with visits to AFC Bournemouth and Luton Town in his first four fixtures, Bowen can still make an early impact.

See: Bowen double inspires West Ham to big win

West Ham left-back Emerson (£4.5m) also impressed against Perth Glory with a goal and an assist.

But Alphonse Areola (£4.0m), the most-owned goalkeeper in Fantasy after being selected in over 29 per cent of squads, has not travelled with the Hammers’ squad to Australia.

After being named in France's squad for their June international matches, he has returned to training later than other West Ham players and is yet to play in pre-season. 

See: Register your team early to boost your FPL chances

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