West Ham to offer Michail Antonio new contract in heartwarming gesture after car crash

West Ham United is reportedly considering offering Michail Antonio a new £90,000-per-week contract following his recent car crash. The 34-year-old Jamaican forward, who suffered a lower leg injury, is currently recovering in a hospital in central London after the accident.

The crash occurred last weekend in Epping, where Antonio was trapped in his silver Ferrari for over 45 minutes before emergency services freed him. A local dog walker who was first on the scene described Antonio as confused, with the striker reportedly asking, “Where am I? What’s going on? What car am I in?”

Although Antonio is expected to miss the rest of the season due to his injuries, West Ham is reportedly considering offering him a contract extension as a supportive gesture while he recovers. This follows a similar move by the club in 2021, when they extended Angelo Ogbonna’s contract after a serious knee injury.

Antonio’s current deal is set to expire this summer, but West Ham is committed to covering his wages, even though insurance may not cover the situation. This gesture shows the club’s appreciation for Antonio, who has been with them since 2015 and is their all-time top scorer in the Premier League with 83 goals.