Michail Antonio has sent a heartfelt thank-you note after being released from the hospital, as West Ham United confirmed the forward is back home since he was involved in a road traffic accident three weeks ago.
The Hammers published a statement from the striker, in which he expressed his sincere gratitude.
He said: “Every year around this time, I’m asked what I’m grateful for, and every year I’ve struggled to find the right words. But this year, I know exactly what I’m grateful for: being alive.”
He continued by expressing a newfound realization: “I want to take a moment to acknowledge something I’ve come to realise – I’ve spent so many years taking life for granted. I made plans for the next day, the next year, always assuming tomorrow was guaranteed.
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“I’ve seen close friends pass away, witnessed others face near-death experiences, and even then, I didn’t fully grasp just how precious life is.
“What I’ve been through recently has opened my eyes. Life is fragile, and every single moment matters. I’m so grateful to God for giving me the strength to keep going and for allowing me to still be here.”
Antonio has also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people who helped him reports The Mirror. In a touching message, he said “To the emergency services, the NHS, The Air Ambulance, everyone at the Royal London and Cromwell Hospitals and everyone from top to bottom at West Ham United FC.
“The medical team, The board, all of the staff, my teammates and the amazing West Ham fans… I honestly could not have got through this without you. thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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