West Ham United forward Michail Antonio may never play football again after undergoing surgery following his involvement in a serious car crash on Saturday, according to reports.
The 34-year-old went under the knife on Sunday to have surgery on a lower limb fracture following a horrendous incident in Theydon Bois, Essex.
Reports suggest Antonio could be sidelined up to a year as he begins his recovery from the crash, having been joined by his ex-wife at his bedside in hospital.
But there are now concerns that the Jamaica international may never play in the Premier League again for the Hammers.
Talksport presenter Jim White has given an update about Antonio’s condition after he was involved in a horror car crash at the weekend.
Speaking on the radio, White said: “I’m told this morning he remains in a stable condition in hospital, receiving the full support of the NHS and the West Ham medical staff.
“Now he has sustained serious damage to one of his legs and it’s thought is going to be a long haul recovery, and it will be at least 12 months before it’s known whether or not he’ll play football again.
“I was told this morning Mikel is a fighter. He’s in a very strong physical condition because he is a top class footballer and that may help him and come as a bit of an advantage when it comes to his recovery.”
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