Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer fell to the ground in the 59th minute of play in the match against AFC Bournemouth.
Media reports confirm the 29-year-old had suffered an on-field cardiac arrest. The match was later abandoned with the score at 1-1.
The UK Daily Mail reported he is in a stable condition, recovering in hospital.
29 year old Premier League club football ⚽️ captain Tom Lockyer collapsed today from a heart attack on the field. What is causing the fittest men in society to suddenly suffer from cardiac arrest? 💉☣️🧬 pic.twitter.com/g8YkikAAAp
— DiedSuddenly (@DiedSuddenly_) December 16, 2023