NEW DELHI: West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has undergone surgery after sustaining a lower limb fracture in a road traffic accident on Saturday in the Essex area.
The Premier League club confirmed the news on Sunday, stating that the 34-year-old Jamaican international was taken to a central London hospital following the incident.
According to the club's statement, Antonio was conscious, communicating, and in a stable condition after the accident. The club expressed gratitude to the emergency services, first responders, and medical team involved in Antonio's immediate care and ongoing recovery.
Antonio, who has been with West Ham since 2015, has featured in every Premier League game for the club this season. The club acknowledged the overwhelming support received from the football community since the news of the accident broke.
West Ham United's next fixture is a home game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday. The club did not provide any specific details regarding the nature of Antonio's injury or the expected recovery timeline.
The incident involving Antonio highlights the potential risks that professional athletes face both on and off the field. Road traffic accidents can have severe consequences, and the club's statement underscores the importance of prompt medical attention and support from emergency services in such situations.
As Antonio begins his recovery process, West Ham United and the football community will undoubtedly rally behind him, wishing him a speedy and successful rehabilitation.
The club's focus will now shift to supporting Antonio's recovery while also preparing for their upcoming match against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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