Luton captain Tom Lockyer has been released from the hospital and is currently recuperating at home after experiencing a cardiac arrest during a Premier League match over the weekend. The incident occurred during Luton’s game against Bournemouth, prompting Lockyer’s collapse on the pitch in the 59th minute.##NAJAVA_MECA_7753536##Following the cardiac arrest, Lockyer underwent a procedure where he received an ICD (implantable cardioverter-defibrillator) device. This device is designed to prevent the recurrence of such incidents by regulating the heart’s rhythm. Luton Football Club has confirmed that Lockyer is now in the process of rehabilitation at his home.The club emphasized that the cardiac arrest Lockyer suffered during the recent match was unrelated to a previous episode in the Championship play-off final in May, where he experienced atrial fibrillation.Christian Eriksen was the first Premier League player known to have received an ICD after suffering a cardiac arrest during the 2021 European Championship. An ICD functions like a pacemaker and can prevent fatal cardiac arrests by restoring a regular heart rhythm.🏥🟠 Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer Tom has had an ICD (Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) device fitted to prevent a repeat of Saturday’s incident.He is now in a period of rehabilitation his own home after he was discharged from hospital on Wednesday. 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/k2d85kYgaa— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) December 21, 2023 Luton Football Club expressed gratitude to Bournemouth, their supporters, club officials, and notably midfielder Philip Billing, who was the first to assist Lockyer on the pitch and call for medical help. Lockyer’s previous health concerns were also highlighted, including his surgery following atrial fibrillation after the Championship play-off final.The Premier League match between Luton and Bournemouth, where the incident occurred, will be replayed in full at a later, yet-to-be-confirmed date. The response to Lockyer’s collapse and subsequent recovery was described as a united and respectful moment by both teams involved, with messages of support pouring in for the player’s recovery.
