BREAKING: Anthony Joshua returns to UK to attend funeral after fatal car crash

Anthony Joshua has reportedly returned to the UK following the tragic car crash that killed two of his close friends and left him hospitalised. According to The Sun, the boxer arrived at London Stansted Airport on a private jet on Friday night before being taken to his mansion to continue his recuperation.

Joshua's friends Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami died in the accident after chauffeur Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 47, collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. Joshua was then taken to the Duchess International Hospital where he remained until the New Year and was reported to be in a 'stable' condition.

His mother, Yeta Odusanya, remained by his side, but other family members were not allowed to visit him at the private hospital in Lagos. David Joshua, who is an older brother of Joshua's dad Robert, said at the time: "We have not been allowed to see him, but from information given by authorities, he is responding to treatment."

His return to England comes as the funerals of his friends are reportedly set to take place on Sunday at a mosque in London. Family and friends are said to have been invited to a morning 'janaza prayer service' - the Islamic funeral prayer for Sina and Latif.

It's also noted that Joshua is 'undecided' about attending the funeral, as his presence could create a 'circus.'

A source said: "Anthony wants to go to the funeral but he hasn't decided yet. He's mindful that his presence could cause a circus and overshadow the funeral for the family of his two friends."

On Friday, it was reported that Kayode had been charged with 'reckless and dangerous driving' following the devastating crash that claimed two lives.

He is believed to have undergone extensive questioning and given an