West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has returned home after being discharged from the hospital following surgery on a broken leg sustained in a car crash.
The 34-year-old was involved in the accident near Theydon Bois, Essex, on December 8 and was airlifted to a London hospital, where he underwent surgery for a severe fracture. Antonio is expected to be sidelined for at least a year as he focuses on his recovery.
With his contract set to expire this summer, West Ham is reportedly considering an extension given the circumstances surrounding his injury.
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The club and its supporters have shown immense support for Antonio during this difficult time. West Ham organized an auction of signed memorabilia, raising nearly £60,000 for the NHS and Air Ambulances UK. Additionally, his teammates wore shirts bearing Antonio’s name during a home match against Wolverhampton Wanderers as a gesture of solidarity.
Since joining West Ham in 2015, Antonio has cemented his legacy as the club’s all-time leading Premier League goalscorer, netting 68 goals in 268 appearances. His contributions have been pivotal, including playing a key role in West Ham’s 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League triumph.
As Antonio begins his recovery journey, the football community continues to rally around him, offering unwavering support and wishing him a full and speedy return to the pitch.