ANTONEE GETS TO HEART OF AC MILAN MATTER
AN IRREGULAR heart rhythm led Antonee Robinson’s deadline day switch to AC Milan to collapse, revealed the Wigan defender.
Robinson says the issue was discovered during his medical at the Italian giants and resulted in the move, worth an initial £6m but potentially rising to £10m, breaking down.
The 22-year-old left-back has been training with Wigan, but he confirmed he would need to undergo a procedure to correct his heart problem before he returns to action.
The USA international has made 30 appearances for the Latics since joining from Everton last summer, having impressed on loan at Wigan in the 201819 campaign.
“I wanted to update our supporters on my current situation as I have had a number of people asking if I am OK and why I have not played since January,” Robinson said.
“During my medical for a potential transfer to AC Milan on deadline day, an irregularity was picked up in my heart rhythm. Further testing was required to ensure the move could be finalised and ratified, though there was not enough time to complete this before the transfer deadline.
“Since my return to Wigan, I have been training with the team whilst being monitored and I have undergone a period of testing and treatment. I feel absolutely fine but this is obviously an issue that needs sorting before I can play again.
“Following consultation with the club’s medical staff and independent specialists, it has been decided I will need a medical procedure later this month to address the irregularity in my heart rhythm – a procedure called an ablation.
“I would like to thank everyone at Wigan Athletic for their support during this period, especially the club’s medical staff. Thank you for your support and I hope to be back on the pitch at the DW sooner rather than later.”