Italian Footballer Edoardo Bove Leaves Intensive Care After On-Field Collapse
The 22-year-old Fiorentina midfielder is recovering and undergoing further tests after a suspected myocarditis diagnosis.
- Edoardo Bove, a 22-year-old midfielder for Fiorentina, collapsed during a Serie A match against Inter Milan on Sunday and was rushed to the hospital.
- After three days in intensive care, Bove has been moved to the coronary care unit at Careggi Hospital in Florence, with his condition reportedly improving.
- Doctors suspect myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle, as the cause of his collapse, but further tests are planned to confirm the diagnosis and determine next steps.
- If Bove requires a defibrillator implant, Italian regulations may prevent him from continuing his professional football career in Serie A.
- Fiorentina's players and fans showed their support for Bove during a Coppa Italia match against Empoli, displaying banners and choreographed tributes.