Former Chelsea star Sam Hutchinson underwent heart surgery after featuring for AFC Wimbledon against Grimbsby in League Two.
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Hutchinson scored against GrimsbyFelt chest pain and was rushed to hospitalSuccessfully underwent heart surgery Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Hutchinson scored the team's all-important goal in their final league game of the season against Grimsby Town as AFC Wimbledon secured a place in the League Two play-offs earlier this month. During the match, the 35-year-old felt chest pain and was rushed to hospital in Nottingham. His surgery was successful and the player has been told that he can continue his playing career.
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The official statement from AFC Wimbledon read: "Sam Hutchinson suffered heart complications following the win at Grimsby Town earlier this month. Sam was taken to hospital on the journey back where he was treated and assessed. Sam then had a successful procedure at the end of last week in London and he now has a clear return to play plan in place.
"Everyone at Wimbledon extends their best wishes to Sam who is now recovering at home with his family. Whilst he is recovering, Sam continues to have an impact on the squad and we are hopeful we can end the season positively for Sam. The club would like to place on record their sincere thanks for the support and care provided at Queens Medical Centre and City Hospital in Nottingham, as well as Cleveland Hospital in London."
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Hutchinson graduated from Chelsea's youth academy in 2007 and made his professional debut for the Blues during the 2006-07 campaign under then-manager Jose Mourinho. He went on to play for clubs including Nottingham Forest, Sheffield Wednesday and Reading before joining AFC Wimbledon in 2024.
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Despite Hutchinson's absence in the first leg playoff clash last Sunday, AFC Wimbledon beat Notts County away from home courtesy of a 59th-minute strike from Riley Harbottle. The second leg will be held at Wimbledon's home on May 17.
