West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has been involved in a car crash, the club has confirmed.
In a statement, the Hammers said “thoughts and prayers” are with Antonio, his friends and his family.
No details of the player’s condition or further information about the incident have yet been given, but the club said they will provide an update “in due course”.
The Hammers do not have a match on Saturday and host Wolves on Monday evening.
“West Ham United can confirm striker Michail Antonio has today been involved in a road traffic accident,” the club said.
The 34-year-old, born in London, has made more than 20 appearances for Jamaica’s national team, scoring five goals, and has been a key player for West Ham in recent seasons.
With 68 goals in the Premier League – England’s top flight – he is West Ham’s top scorer in the competition, ahead of club legend Paolo Di Canio on 47.
Several other clubs have responded to West Ham’s statement on social media, with his former side Nottingham Forest posting the “thoughts of everyone” are with Antonio.
Fellow Premier League outfit Fulham said the club sends “best wishes”, while Bournemouth posted “sending our love to Michail” under West Ham’s statement.
Antonio began his career with non-league Tooting and Mitcham, before moving into the professional ranks with Reading, who posted “get well soon” on X.
He has also had spells at Southampton, Colchester, Cheltenham and Sheffield Wednesday.
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