West Ham striker Michail Antonio 'in stable condition' after car crash, club confirms

West Ham United striker Michail Antonio is reportedly in a "stable condition" following a car accident, as confirmed by the club.

In an official statement, the Hammers expressed that their "thoughts and prayers" are with Antonio, as well as his friends and family. They also mentioned that he is "aware and able to communicate."

The east London team won’t be playing this Saturday and will face Wolves at home on Monday night.

West Ham United has announced that Michail Antonio is doing well after being involved in a car accident this afternoon in Essex.

Michail is awake and able to communicate, and he is being closely monitored at a hospital in central London.

The Hammers requested that Antonio's privacy be honored during this challenging period, stating, "The club will not provide any additional comments tonight, but will offer more information when appropriate."

The 34-year-old, who hails from London, has represented Jamaica's national team over 20 times, netting five goals along the way. He has also played a crucial role for West Ham in the past few seasons.

He has scored 68 goals in the Premier League, making him West Ham's all-time leading scorer in the league, surpassing the legendary Paolo Di Canio, who has 47 goals.

Various clubs have reacted to West Ham's announcement on social media, with Nottingham Forest, Antonio's previous team, expressing that they are thinking of him during this time.

Other Premier League team Fulham expressed their "best wishes," while Bournemouth shared a message of support saying, "sending our love to Michail" in response to West Ham's announcement.

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Antonio started his career with the amateur team Tooting and Mitcham before transitioning to the professional level with Reading, who shared a "get well soon" message on X.

He has also played for Southampton, Colchester, Cheltenham, and Sheffield Wednesday at different times in his career.