West Ham striker missed Sundays match with Brentford due to injury, with ExWHUEmployee providing an update on the situation.

Ahead of what is a monumental week for our Hammers, as we head into the Europa Conference League Semi-Final 2nd leg against AZ Alkmaar, with West Ham currently leading 2-1, it is crucial to have our key players fit and available.

Antonio has once again cemented himself as the club main front man, after rediscovering his form of late to help West Ham advance in Europe and make significant strides towards Premier League safety after a tough campaign.

Our Irons number 9 though was seen limping following the 1st leg victory at London Stadium last week, prompting concerns that Mich would be missing for the crucial 2nd leg encounter in Holland this Thursday night.

ExWHUEmployee though, speaking excliusively on The West Ham Way Podcast on Patreon, has provided a positive update to indicate that Antonio could well feature to help West Ham reach the final in Prague.

“Antonio was seen limping off last week and he of course wasn’t in the squad for Sunday,” said Ex. “However I have spoken to people at the club and there is confidence he will be ok for Thursday.

“From what I have been told is that he picked up a dead leg on his calf, but the club are hopeful he will be available.”

The news will be a welcome boost for all connected with the club as we look to lift our first major trophy in 43 years. Ex will be keeping fans fully up to date on the fitness of players and all other matters on Patreon.