West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has successfully undergone surgery to address a lower limb fracture sustained in a terrifying car accident.
The 34-year-old Jamaican footballer suffered a leg fracture following the crash, prompting his urgent airlift to the hospital. Medical professionals swiftly performed surgery to treat the injury.
Fans and teammates have expressed their support for Antonio, wishing him a speedy recovery. Further updates on his condition and rehabilitation timeline are expected in the coming days.
West Ham confirmed on Saturday night that Antonio was in a stable condition after being taken to hospital. A further statement on Sunday confirmed that he had undergone surgery.
A statement from West Ham read: ‘West Ham can confirm Michail Antonio has undergone surgery on a lower limb fracture following a road traffic accident on Saturday afternoon.
‘Michail will continue to be monitored in hospital over the coming days. Everyone at the Club wishes Michail a speedy recovery and wishes to express its sincere gratitude to the football family at large for the overwhelming support shown since yesterday’s news, as well as extending a heartfelt thank you to the emergency services and first responders who attended to Michail in the immediate aftermath of the incident, and the medical team who continue to aid him in his recovery.’
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