Michail Antonio Trains with Brentford Following West Ham Departure

A New Chapter After Injury

Michail Antonio has been honing his skills with Brentford after being let go by West Ham during the summer, following a severe car accident that almost took his life.

Antonio enjoyed a productive decade at West Ham, appearing in 323 matches and netting 83 goals, making him the club’s top scorer in the Premier League by a significant margin.

Release After the Accident

The decision to part ways with Antonio stemmed from a serious incident in December that left him with a severely broken leg and raised concerns about his survival. Consequently, the club opted not to renew his contract upon its expiration in the summer.

Currently, Antonio is on the search for a new team, and as reported by the BBC, the forward has commenced training sessions with Brentford. The Bees have welcomed him to participate in workouts with Keith Andrews’ first team over the last week, allowing him to maintain his fitness levels.

Return to the Field

Antonio made a comeback to international football with Jamaica in June, gradually returning to the pitch—an achievement many thought would be unattainable given the severity of his injuries.

There had been speculations about a potential move to Leeds United following their return to the Premier League, but it appears he may now resume his top-flight career with Brentford as Andrews monitors his progress during training sessions.

Reports indicate that a short-term, low-salary contract for Antonio could be feasible, given his extensive experience in the Premier League, which Brentford could leverage to their advantage.