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West Ham United forward Michail Antonio losses dad, to take social media break

West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has been left distraught after losing his father.

The Hammers star’s dad was in and out of hospital due to illness for seven years before sadly passing away, and he has decided to take a break from the social media for now, urging fans to remember his family in prayers.

Antonio took to his Instagram story to share the devastating news this afternoon.

“Over the last 7 years, my dad has been ill. In and out of hospital and now his life has come to its end,” the West Ham winger revealed.