'It's a myth – he's as good as Bukayo Saka' – Danny Dyer on why 'son-in-law' Jarrod Bowen should be in England's Euro 2024 squad

09/04/2024 18:54

Danny Dyer has shrugged off suggestions that Bukayo Saka is superior to Jarrod Bowen, labelling them as a 'myth'.

Saka has continued to prove his worth to Premier League table-toppers Arsenal this season as they hunt down their first league title in 20 years.

Bowen has been equally decisive for the Hammers as they target Europa League success and a top six Premier League finish.

Whilst Saka is a shoo-in for the Three Lions at this summer's Euro 2024, Bowen is also in line to be included in Gareth Southgate's squad.

Bowen is in a long-term relationship with Dyer’s eldest daughter Dani, with whom he has two children with and Bowen’s ‘father-in-law’ believes the West Ham star has done more than enough to book his seat on the plane to Germany.

"What a player he is, what a man he is, he’s been incredible for us," Dyer said in a glowing tribute to Bowen on talkSPORT. "He's the father of my grandchildren which is a beautiful thing."

"He's got to be on the plane. I might be biased but I think he's as good as Saka in that position. I think he's got all of his attributes, he's as strong as him or stronger.

“I think he's great with the ball, he can finish and also he can play anywhere up front and I don't think Saka can.

“Personally, I think it's a myth that Saka is better. I think Jarrod's decision making on the field is unbelievable, very rarely does he make a mistake, that man.

“He's a very reliable player and one-on-one, there's nobody better.”

Dyer was speaking ahead of his participation in Soccer Aid for UNICEF which takes place from Stamford Bridge on Sunday, June 9.

The World's biggest celebrity football match pits England against a World XI FC with a host of familiar names set to take part.

Dyer joins Jermain Defoe, Jill Scott, David James, Gary Cahill, Joe Cole and Karen Carney in the match.

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard will also feature alongside cricketer Stuart Broad, King of the Jungle Sam Thompson, Usain Bolt, Sir Mo Farah and Roman Kemp.

"It's amazing, I did it last year," Dyer added. "To be part of something as big as this, Unicef is an amazing charity, they do so much for people around the world.

"To be asked to get involved and pretend to be a footballer for a few days with ex-pros, it's amazing."