Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is awake and alert in hospital, his club said on Monday, after he collapsed during a Serie A match against Inter Milan on Sunday.
The Italian Under-21 international, on loan from Roma this season, collapsed untouched during the 16th minute at the Stadio Artemio Franchi during a VAR check for a disallowed goal by Inter’s Lautaro Martinez.
Bove looked to be bending down to adjust his boot when he suddenly collapsed to the floor, leading players from both sides and referee Daniel Doveri to call for immediate medical attention.
In a brief update on social media, Fiorentina said that Bove no longer required assistance with his breathing.
After spending the night in hospital, Bove's loan club have confirmed: "ACF Fiorentina has announced that Edoardo Bove, following an uneventful night, was awakened and extubated this morning. He is currently awake, alert and oriented.
"He has spoken with his family, club management, the coach and his team-mates, who all rushed to go and see him as soon as they heard the good news. Further tests will be carried out in the coming days to establish what led to the critical situation that took place yesterday.
"The doctors at Careggi University Hospital who are treating the player have confirmed that diagnostic tests are ongoing. Fiorentina would like to thank Careggi University Hospital and all of the doctors and staff for the wonderful humanity and professionalism they have shown.
"The club would also like to thank the wider Fiorentina family and the entire world of football who, during this difficult time, have shown great sympathy and care through their messages and support, which have been of great comfort to both to the club and Edoardo and his family."
