West Ham star Michail Antonio expected to be out for 'at least a year' & could be forced to RETIRE after undergoing surgery on broken leg following horror car crash

West Ham have confirmed that the Jamaica international has undergone surgery following a horrific car accident on Saturday. The forward was airlifted to hospital after being cut free from the wreckage. The Hammers also revealed that Antonio sustained a "lower limb fracture" in the accident.

According to The Guardian, Antonio is likely to remain out of action for at least a year. The 34-year-old will definitely miss the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign and the "best-case scenario" is that he will spend 12 months in rehabilitation. There are also fears that Antonio may be unable to continue his career and may be forced to hang up his boots.

Antonio has remained a key player for the Hammers even in the twilight of his career and has played in every game this season in the top flight. Now, he will be monitored in hospital as his recovery begins in earnest.

On the field, Julen Lopetegui's side will return to Premier League action on Monday, with the Hammers expected to show their support for Antonio at the London Stadium when they face Wolves in a crucial game.