Luton Town manager Rob Edwards has shared the details of his conversation with his players following captain Tom Lockyer’s cardiac arrest in the match against Bournemouth. During the game in December, Lockyer collapsed on the field in a distressing off-the-ball incident. Edwards, who was one of the first to respond, described it as the most terrifying moment of his life. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, he quickly cleared space for the medical team to attend to Lockyer.
In an interview with The Athletic, Edwards opened up about his personal struggle and admitted that he broke down in front of his players. As a leader, he felt helpless and unable to provide guidance to his team in that moment of crisis. However, he also highlighted the remarkable strength and unity displayed by both the players and staff during this ordeal. Carlton Morris and other staff members stepped up to offer support, showcasing the team’s resilience and togetherness.
Lockyer had experienced a similar collapse during the play-off final against Coventry in May. He underwent heart surgery and was cleared to return to playing in June. However, it remains uncertain if he will ever be able to play again following this latest incident.
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