In December 2024, Jamaica international Michail Antonio narrowly escaped with his life after a serious car accident. His Ferrari FF collided with a tree, leaving him trapped in the wreckage. Firefighters had to cut him out of the vehicle before he was airlifted to a hospital, where he underwent surgery to treat a lower leg fracture.
The incident raised concerns about Antonio’s future career, with many wondering if he would ever return to professional football. Initial reports suggested that it could take at least 12 months for him to fully recover and get back on the pitch.
However, Antonio remains confident about his recovery and his return to competitive football. In an interview with BBC Morning Live, he shared his optimism, saying, “I’m 100 percent I will be back on the pitch. This is what I focus on, this is why I’m in six days a week. Mentally, I believe so too because I never give up. I’m always focused, I’m always pushing myself. This is just another setback and this is not going to stop me.”
While there are still significant challenges ahead, Antonio has already started a light training regime. West Ham supporters showed their support for him during a recent Premier League match against Newcastle. Despite the ongoing rehabilitation, there is hope that he will make a full recovery.
As for his future with West Ham, manager Graham Potter has been cautious about setting a timeline for Antonio’s return. He emphasized that there is no pressure on the forward to rush his recovery. Antonio’s contract with the club is set to expire this summer, but there have been speculations about a possible short-term extension.