Michail Antonio, the star striker for West Ham United, recently underwent surgery to treat a lower limb fracture sustained in a car accident on Saturday. The club confirmed the procedure in an official statement, reassuring fans that Antonio is now in stable condition and will remain in the hospital for close observation as he begins his recovery.
Following the accident, Antonio was immediately taken to a central London hospital, where he was reported to be conscious and in good spirits, able to communicate with medical staff.
As West Ham’s all-time leading scorer in the Premier League with 68 goals in 268 matches, Antonio holds a special place in the club’s history. The club expressed deep concern for his health, thanking the emergency responders for their quick and efficient care at the scene. They also acknowledged the outpouring of support from the football community.
“We are all wishing Michail a speedy and smooth recovery,” the statement read.
The Essex County Fire and Rescue Service responded to the accident around 13:02 GMT on Saturday, with teams arriving quickly to free Antonio from the wreckage. While specific details about his injuries were initially kept private, Essex Police have launched an investigation into the crash, which involved a Ferrari. Authorities are asking anyone with dashcam footage or information to come forward.
