Luton captain Tom Lockyer gives first statement since cardiac arrest | OneFootball

Luton captain Tom Lockyer has spoken for the first time since his cardiac arrest against Bournemouth earlier this month.

The Hatters defender suffered his second heart attack of 2023 at the Vitality Stadium and has been recovering in hospital and at home since.

And now for the first time, Lockyer has thanked everyone who was on the scene on the south coast and given an update on his condition.

“I would just like to say that I am doing very well and feeling very much myself after the cardiac arrest I suffered in Bournemouth,” he said on his Instagram.

“The reason I’m doing so well is all down to the heroic actions of the players, staff, doctors and paramedics. I feel thankful that this happened to me surrounded by these heroes. They saved my life. I will never forget what you did for me.

“While I’m sad not to be involved, I feel full of pride watching the boys carry on the battle without me. The fighting spirit I’ve seen in the last three games has given me a much needed lift.

“I will be doing whatever I can in whichever ways are possible to help the Gaffer and the Club. In what capacity that is remains to be decided as I’m due to meet with specialists in the new year. I cannot stress enough how important it is for as many people as possible to know CPR.

“It literally saves lives, like mine. Please check out the British Heart Foundation website for basics or get yourself on a course. You just never know when you might need it. I have been overwhelmed by the support that I have received and thank you all for your messages, letters, gifts and well wishes.

“Seeing the banners at the ground and hearing my name being sung really did mean a lot to me and my family.

“Finally I would like to thank Bournemouth, Gary Sweet, Rob Edwards and Luton Town for the support they’ve given my family during this time. I hope that everyone has a very Happy New Year and best wishes for 2024.”

Luton are currently 18th in the Premier League but have won two games since their clash against the Cherries.