Brighton and Hove Albion striker Glenn Murray has sent his thanks to the medical staff at St James’ Park and the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary Hospital following the head injury he sustained at the weekend against Newcastle United.
After a pretty horrific looking collision in the ninth minute of the game with Newcastle player Federico Fernandez, Murray was left concussed and was replaced by Jurgen Locadia after a significant delay to the game.
Manager Chris Hughton confirmed the concussion in his post-game interviews but stated that scans at the hospital were precautionary only, he was otherwise fine and was set to be released later in the evening – which he ultimately was.
Thanks for all the well wishes and big thanks to @OfficialBHAFC medical team and everyone at @NUFC & @NewcastleHosps #RVI Feeling much better this morning after yesterday’s events 🤕🤒
— Glenn Murray (@GM_83) October 21, 2018
Fans were obviously concerned at the time, and credit to the Newcastle supporters for joining in with clapping him off the pitch as he left, and although I doubt he’ll be in contention for the clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers next weekend owing to concussion protocols now, he should be back for the next one hopefully.
Great player. Hard as nails.
— palace (@hugobear9) October 21, 2018
Glad he's ok
— Joe (@joegray1892) October 21, 2018
Not a BHA supporter but a football fan, get well soon Glenn!
— Duckworth Lewis (@Duckworth365) October 21, 2018
Glad your ok Glenn get back soon from a Newcastle fan????
— David Murphy (@davidmurphy1982) October 21, 2018
Great to see so many messages from Newcastle fans quality people fine club with great heritage just a shame you aren't getting the rub of the green from your owner you deserve more.
— Pete NEWMAN (@Petethegull) October 21, 2018
Best wishes from your Palace fan base! #cpfc
— Aaron Porter (@AaronPorter) October 21, 2018
First away team player in quite some time to get a 50K standing ovation! Glad you’re ok. #nufc #bhafc
— Maurice Hall OBE (@moothall49) October 21, 2018
Very happy to hear that you are ok Glenn, best wishes to you and your family, I am sure Stacey was worried sick when she heard the initial news.
I was there yesterday and it looked horrible when you weren't moving down there.
Take it steady fella, look forward to seeing you soon.— Paul Kerr (@wonkydog1) October 21, 2018
Get well soon Muzza. Don’t be too long though, don’t want Kane and Aguero getting too far ahead.
— Tim Holland (@TimWH) October 21, 2018
Word to the wise, when The Gaffer asks you for a knock-out performance, that is not what he means! Seriously though, fantastic news that you're okay, had us all worried there for a bit!
— Bev Mitchell (@bevmitchell2801) October 21, 2018
Good to see plenty of other fans taking the time amongst the messages as well.