Luton Captain Tom Lockyer Recounts Harrowing Cardiac Arrest Experience, Hopes for Return to Football

Tom Lockyer, who suffered a cardiac arrest during a match in December, shares his ordeal and expresses hope for a future in professional football, pending medical clearance.

Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer's heart stopped for 2 minutes and 40 seconds during a Premier League game against Bournemouth in December, following which he was fitted with an Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator.
Lockyer, who previously experienced a similar incident in May, described waking up from 'nothingness' and feared he was dying during the December incident.
Despite the traumatic experience, Lockyer remains hopeful about returning to professional football, subject to medical advice and further tests.
Lockyer has engaged with other players who have returned to play with similar heart conditions, seeking advice and sharing experiences.
Family and health are Lockyer's current priorities, especially with a baby on the way, but he hasn't ruled out the possibility of playing again.