Wales’ Lockyer back at training ground for rehab work

Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer has returned to the club’s training ground to continue his rehabilitation work, almost eight months after collapsing on the pitch in a Premier League match against Bournemouth.

Wales defender Lockyer, 29, suffered a cardiac arrest on 16 December and was “technically dead” for nearly three minutes.

In May he told BBC Radio Wales Breakfast he was “at peace” with the prospect of retirement but did not rule out playing again.

Lockyer will work individually as he steps up his rehab under the guidance of consultants in London and Amsterdam.

Luton manager Rob Edwards said last week there was “no update” on his future.

“As we stand Tom is fit and healthy and that is the main thing,” Edwards said.

“When there is any news we will communicate that because it is important to the club and globally as well.

“I am an emotional person and I really care about Tom because of what he has done for me and this club.

“He was our best player in the Championship last time and I love everything he stands for as a player and a man.

“Tom is irreplaceable for what he can give us as a team.”

Lockyer, who has been fitted with an in-built defibrillator, also collapsed during Luton’s play-off final win over Coventry in May 2023.