The anxiety gave way to relief. The day after the serious car accident involving Michail Antonio, West Ham gave reassuring news about their player. As indicated in a press release, the 34-year-old striker underwent surgery this Sunday after fracturing his lower limb. We also learned yesterday that he was conscious and in stable condition.
“West Ham United can confirm that Michail Antonio has undergone surgery on a fractured lower limb following a road accident on Saturday afternoon. Michail will continue to be monitored in hospital over the next few days. Everyone at the Club wishes Michail a speedy recovery and would like to express our sincere gratitude to the wider football family for the overwhelming support shown since yesterday’s news, as well as a sincere thank you to the emergency services and first responders who cared for Michail immediately after the incident, and to the medical team who continue to assist him in his recovery. The Club will provide further updates when appropriate”we can read.