Fiorentina owner issues statement after Edoardo Bove rushed to hospital

Edoardo Bove collapsed during Fiorentina’s match with Inter Milan and was rushed to hospital as the Serie A game was abandoned following the incident, and Bove placed in intensive care

Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso has sent a message to midfielder Edoardo Bove after he collapsed during their Serie A clash with Inter Milan.

Bove was rushed to hospital after going down off the ball in an incident that saw the game abandoned. The 22-year-old, on loan from Roma, saw medical staff alerted in the 17th minute with players visibly distressed upon seeing Bove go to ground.

Fiorentina ace Andrea Colpani was reduced to tears as his team-mate was eventually stretchered off the field and both teams returned to their dressing rooms. Around 20 minutes later, supporters were sent home when it was announced the game had been abandoned.

“Forza Edoardo, we’re with you,” said a message from club president Commisso. “You’re a strong boy with a great character. We’re reaching out to the boy’s family during these moments.”