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West Ham's Antonio involved in road traffic accident

SPORTS 07.12.2024

West Ham's Antonio involved in road traffic accident / Photo: © AFP/File

West Ham forward Michail Antonio has been involved in a road traffic accident, the Premier League club said on Saturday.

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No details of the player's condition or further information about the incident have yet been given but the club said their "thoughts and prayers" were with the 34-year-old.

A club statement said: "West Ham United can confirm striker Michail Antonio has today been involved in a road traffic accident.

"The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Michail, his family and friends at this time.

"The club will issue an update in due course."

The London-born Jamaica international joined West Ham in 2015 and has scored 83 goals for the club in more than 300 games.

West Ham host Wolves on Monday.

S.Ross--TNT

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