Exclusive: Arsenal have given West Ham an idea of Max Dowman loan chances

West Ham United have explored the possibility of signing 16-year-old Arsenal prospect Max Dowman on loan for the January transfer window, according to Hammers News. While Championship clubs have shown interest, Arsenal previously told West Ham in the summer that they had no intention of loaning out the teenager. The Gunners have not changed their stance, though West Ham have requested to be kept updated on his availability.

Should manager Mikel Arteta decide to sanction a temporary move, Arsenal will demand strict playing-time guarantees in Dowman's preferred position. That requirement poses a significant challenge for West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo, given that captain Jarrod Bowen and emerging talent Divine Mukasa already occupy the teenager's primary attacking roles.