Footballer Michail Antonio was airlifted to hospital following a serious road traffic accident, prompting a heartfelt response from a Sheffield Wednesday supporters’ group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ian Bennett, the Trust Chair, said: \u201cThe SWFC supporters’ trust wishes all the best to our former player Michail Antonio after the sad news this weekend. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him playing again in the not too distant future. Best wishes to both him and his family.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The winger-turned-striker played for Sheffield Wednesday on 84 occasions in his three year spell at the club between 2011 and 2014, scoring 18 goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The accident happened on Saturday 7 December as the Jamaican international lost control of his Ferrari in Epping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He was trapped inside the car for 50 minutes until emergency services were able to reach him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Further updates have now reported that Michail Antonio is in a stable condition after undergoing surgery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Medical professionals have not disclosed the specifics of the procedure, but sources close to the player have confirmed that his recovery is progressing positively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is understood that the 34-year-old suffered a lower limb fracture in the aftermath of the collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His playing career is now in jeopardy following the serious injuries he sustained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Antonio was a favourite of the Hillsborough faithful during his time in South Yorkshire as he played a key part in Sheffield Wednesday\u2019s promotion to the Championship in the 2011\/12 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fans and members of the football community continue to offer support as Antonio begins his rehabilitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sheffield Wednesday, via X, said: \u201cOur thoughts are with Michail, his family, friends and everyone at West Ham.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n