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      Fiorentina star Edoardo Bove not allowed to play in Italy again after suffering cardiac arrest on pitch

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      FIORENTINA ace Edoardo Bove is facing the end of his career in Italy after suffering a cardiac arrest.The horrible incident took place during last week’s Serie A clash with Inter Milan at the Artemio Franchi Stadium during the 15th minute of the match.Fiorentina ace Edoardo Bove may never play in Italy again after his cardiac arrestCredit: RexBove may be fitted with an ICD but Italy bans players from competing with the deviceCredit: GettyBove, 22, was seen bending down and tying his laces before standing up and after taking a few steps forward, he suddenly collapsed.Devastated players and staff from both sides formed a wall around the midfielder while the medical teams tended to him.The Italian was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital, while the match was called off.Thankfully, though, Fiorentina general manager Alessandro Ferrari confirmed that Bove’s recovery is progressing well and he has moved out of intensive care to another unit of the hospital.Read More on FootballAccording to The Mail, the Roma loanee will now be fitted with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).The ICD is connected to the heart by several wires and sends an electrical pulse in order to correct irregular rhythms.That is the same device Manchester United star Christian Eriksen has had since also suffering a cardiac arrest while playing for Denmark against Finland at Euro 2020.Girona ace Daley Blind was fitted with an ICD as well after being diagnosed with heart muscle inflammation in 2019 at Ajax.Most read in FootballHowever, Italy bans players at both amateur and professional level from competing if they have any significant heart issues.More specifically, Serie A rules prevent players from competitive games with a defibrillator.Kind-hearted Moise Kean’s touching gesture for young fans backfires as supporters troll him after cruel video editThat means Bove is almost certain to leave both Fiorentina and Roma.Nevertheless, if everything goes well then the ex-Italy youth international can continue playing abroad.Eriksen also left Inter after Euro 2020, but went on to stand out for Brentford and earned a move to United. More

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      Incredible stats show how player who Man Utd let go for FREE and made unemployed is now best in his position in Europe

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      DAVID DE GEA is the best goalkeeper in Europe despite being let go by Manchester United, according to the stats.Their decision to let long-term servant De Gea depart on a free transfer and replace him with £41m-recruit Andre Onana was bold.David de Gea is the best goalkeeper in Europe’s top leagues, according to the statsDe Gea enjoyed 14 years with the Red DevilsDe Gea has enjoyed a stunning return to form with Fiorentina after a YEAR away from the pitchAnd now the 33-year-old’s exploits in Italy are starting to raise further question marks about former manager Erik ten Hag’s decision.The Spaniard, who spent 12 seasons at Old Trafford, had to wait 446 days to enter the pitch again.He was often considered the Premier League’s best goalkeeper, and is now getting similar recognition in Serie A.READ MORE FOOTBALLThe stats show that De Gea is making more saves and from a higher quality of shots than any other keeper in Europe.He has saved a staggering 76 per cent of on-target attempts that have come his way so far this term, according to Opta via Fbref.In fact, no other shot-stopper performs better in that metric.And his rating of 7.61 makes him the highest rated goalkeeper in Europe this season, according to match ratings site WhoScored.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDe Gea has been putting in brilliant displays for the Florence-based outfit on a regular basis.The ex-Old Trafford star sits top of the save per cent table, while he is also second in the saves per 90 minutes rankings and sixth in the goals prevented table.Olympic winner Keely Hodgkinson soaks up the atmosphere with Man Utd fans at Old Trafford De Gea has put in multiple man of the match performances this seasonThe Spaniard is adored by those in Florence as Fiorentina sit inside the Champions League spotsHe has five clean sheets so far to his name this term with Fiorentina sitting fourth in Serie A.Replacement Onana comes in close with 70 per cent of on-target shots saved in all competitions.And returning Newcastle keeper Nick Pope has a higher save per cent than Onana, but has faced less shots than the Man Utd No.1At other end – West Ham’s Alphonse Areola has been enduring a nightmare run of form and is low in both save quality and save quantity.Alphonse Areola lost his place in West Ham’s starting XI more than two months agoThis has seen the Hammers DROP the Frenchman and bring in veteran Lukasz Fabianski as they look to fend off a relegation battle going into Christmas.Elsewhere, the freshly-crowned world’s best goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez fell into the same bracket as Areola, as Aston Villa dropped to eighth in the Prem.Martinez has saved just 50 per cent of his opponent’s shots on-target.The Argentine World Cup winner’s recent display in Villa’s 3-0 defeat to Chelsea saw him hauled off injured at half-time.Meanwhile, during his time at United, De Gea won the player of the season award four times.He was also named in the PFA Team of the Year on five separate occasions, including for four consecutive years.READ MORE SUN STORIESWho are these famous footballers? More

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      £120,000-a-week forgotten Liverpool star Federico Chiesa makes shock return for U21s

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      FEDERICO CHIESA made his return on the pitch for Liverpool Under-21s. The Italian joined the Premier League leaders this summer in a deal worth £12.5million from Juventus. Federico Chiesa made his return on the pitch for Liverpool Under-21sCredit: GettyBut he has managed only three appearances amid ongoing injuries. Chiesa did make his return in U21 action against FC Nordsjaelland, levelling after ten minutes as Liverpool’s first-team played Newcastle. The winger will hope to return to first-team action as Liverpool top the table heading into their trip to Newcastle. Old boss Jurgen Klopp had already tried to get the Euro 2020-winner last summer.READ MORE IN footballAnd the German had even tried to get Chiesa two years previously as well, in the wake of his starring performances at the Euros.However Klopp was repeatedly frustrated in his pursuit of the forward – with Juventus demanding £51m even after Chiesa’s form had taken a hit following a devastating knee injury.But the Reds swooped to finally get their man this year – for a whopping £41MILLION cheaper but on wages of £120,000-a-week.That was despite the former Fiorentina playing 33 Serie A games last season, notching his best Juventus goals tally, with nine.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChiesa signed a four-year deal with Liverpool as Slot’s first signing.He did suffer an anterior cruciate ligament injury in January 2022, ruling him out for seven months.That has limited him to just six Serie A starts across the past 18 months.Ruben Dias snaps at reporter and says ‘maybe have a think about that’ in prickly interview after defeat to Liverpool More

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      Man Utd ‘eye Italy Euro 2020-winning goalkeeper in shock free transfer’ as fans question Andre Onana’s future

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret, according to reports.Meret, 27, will be out of contract at the end of the season.Alex Meret has been linked with Man UtdCredit: GettyThe Italian has remained Napoli’s No1 despite uncertainty surrounding his future.And he has done his stock no harm so far this term, helping Antonio Conte’s side top the Serie A table.According to Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg, Man Utd are one of several teams interested in signing Meret.Links with the Napoli stopper have caught several supporters off guard.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSMan Utd No1 Andre Onana has been in good form this season, having settled into life at Old Trafford.And fans believe it would be strange to recruit a stopper unlikely to be happy with being back-up.One wrote on social media: “United? Meret will not come to be a no2.”While a second pointed to current deputy Altay Bayindir, saying: “If Bayindir is too good to be a number 2 then surely this guy is too.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMoment huge brawl breaks out in West Ham end with punches thrown and fan knocked to ground in London derby vs ArsenalOnana, 28, has kept six clean sheets in 13 Premier League appearances this season.He has played 70 times for the Red Devils in total since signing from Inter Milan.His No2 Bayindir, meanwhile, has made just three appearances in 18 months since signing for United, with Onana still preferred for the majority of cup matches.Should Man Utd turn their interest in Meret into a serious pursuit, they will face tough competition.Inter Milan are said to be one of several European sides chasing the goalkeeper’s signature.Since Onana’s departure, Yann Sommer has been Inter’s No1.Club chiefs may see Meret as an instant upgrade, particularly with Sommer aged 35.The three-cap Italy international, who was part of their Euro 2020-winning squad, has played for Napoli since joining from hometown team Udinese in 2018.He has kept 63 clean sheets in 189 appearances for Napoli, and has helped them to Serie A title and Coppa Italia successes.Altay Bayindir has played just three times for Man UtdCredit: Getty More

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      Edoardo Bove given incredible show of support in first Serie A match since collapse as Roma wear special t-shirts

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      ROMA players wore T-shirts in support of stricken Fiorentina ace Edoardo Bove.The 22-year-old — on loan from the Stadio Olimpico — is “awake” and “alert” in hospital after collapsing against Inter Milan on Sunday.Roma players wore T-shirts in support of Fiorentina ace Edoardo BoveCredit: RexRoma stars sported jerseys ahead of the Serie A clash with AtalantaCredit: RexBove’s horrible ordeal has led to tributes across the boardCredit: RexBove is no longer in danger after undergoing medical treatmentCredit: RexBove was seen bending down and tying his laces before standing up and after taking a few steps forward, he suddenly collapsed.The horrible incident took place during the 15th minute of the match as players and staff formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to him.Team-mates and opponents alike were seen crying and with their hands on their heads as the terrifying ordeal played out.The Italian was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital.Read More on FootballReferee Daniele Doveri later told players to leave the pitch, with the match suspended due to the medical emergency.According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Bove’s mother Tanya fainted inside the stadium after the traumatic incident.Reports suggest his dad Giovanni and girlfriend Martina attended the hospital straight away.But his devastated mum attended the emergency room after regaining consciousness, along with the mayor of Florence Sara Funaro.Most read in FootballBove has since regained consciousness and doctors have assured that his “life was not in danger” as they plan to re-evaluate him.Fiorentina said: “Edoardo Bove has spoken with family, the club, the coach and team-mates. Further tests will be carried out in the coming days.”Roma superstar Paulo Dybala shows off his skills in training The Italian’s awful ordeal has led to immense tribute all across the board.That includes his parent club as pals sported jerseys ahead of Roma’s clash with Atalanta on Monday.The Giallorossi went on to lose 2-0 to the reigning Europa League winners at the Olimpico.Bove plays for Fiorentina on loan from RomaCredit: GettyBove has received support across footballCredit: Getty More

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      Edoardo Bove’s mum ‘fainted in the stands’ after his terrifying collapse as his first words after waking up are revealed

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      HOSPITALISED Fiorentina star Edoardo Bove’s mum fainted in the stands after her son collapsed against Inter Milan, according to reports.Bove was rushed off the pitch in an ambulance after plunging to the turf during his side’s Serie A match at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on Sunday.Edoardo Bove’s mum fainted in the stands after her son collapsed on the pitchBove collapsed during Fiorentina’s game against Inter MilanBoth sets of players formed a wall around BoveHe was stretchered into an ambulance before being taken to hospitalThe 22-year-old went down untouched in the 16th minute with referee Daniele Doveri stopping the game immediately to allow him to receive treatment.Bove was seen bending down and tying his laces before standing up, but took a few steps before suddenly collapsing.Fiorentina have confirmed that he is now awake and has said his first words since the terrifying incident.The club statement read: “ACF Fiorentina announces that Edoardo Bove, after spending a quiet night, was awakened and extubated this morning. He is currently awake, alert and oriented.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAccording to La Repubblica, Bove said: “Thank you everyone.”Heartbroken players and staff had yesterday formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to Bove.The ref then took players off the pitch with the match initially suspended and later abandoned at 0-0.Team-mates and rivals alike were seen crying and with their hands on their heads as the horrifying ordeal played out.Most read in FootballBove was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital.Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport has reported that Bove’s mother Tanya fainted inside the stadium after the traumatic incident.According to reports, his dad Giovanni and girlfriend Martina attended the hospital straight away.But his devastated mum later attended the emergency room after regaining consciousness, along with the mayor of Florence, Sara Funaro.The Italian star was reportedly under sedation in intensive care.Bove has since regained consciousness and doctors have assured that his “life was not in danger” as they plan to re-evaluate him in the next 24 hours.Kind-hearted Moise Kean’s touching gesture for young fans backfires as supporters troll him after cruel video editAccording to La Repubblica, the Viola footballer is “alert, conscious and breathing independently.”Several Fiorentina staff members – including head coach Raffaele Palladino – are believed to be at the hospital to support Bove.The midfielder joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan from Roma in August, with a view to make the deal permanent.He scored his first goal for his current club against his parent side in October.Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso said: “Forza Edoardo, we’re with you. You’re a strong boy with a great character. We’re reaching out to his family during these moments.”Giuseppe Marotta, Inter president, told Sky Italia: “Inter and the entire football world express their closeness to Bove’s family and Fiorentina.”The decision to postpone the match was spontaneous on everyone’s part, we are a community, all the players and even the referee were emotionally involved. We hope it is nothing serious.”Bove’s team-mate David de Gea, the former Manchester United goalkeeper, posted on X, external: “God please. 🙏”READ MORE SUN STORIESFollowing the incident, Fiorentina’s full statement read: “We and the Commisso family thank Viola fans, the clubs, fans and the world of football and sport for the support shown towards Edoardo Bove and his loved ones.”An Italy international, Bove has played for his country at every age group up to the Under-21s but is yet to receive a call-up to the senior set-up.Bove has since regained regained consciousness in hospitalBove’s team-mate Dodo was seen visibly concernedPietro Comuzzo was consoled by Inter star Alessandro Bastoni as Bove was being stretchered offLater in the night, Fiorentina fans put up a banner outside the Careggi hospital in support More

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      Edoardo Bove latest updates: Fiorentina star ‘conscious’ after collapsing on pitch during Inter Milan clash

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      EDOARDO BOVE collapsed on the pitch in Fiorentina’s clash against Inter Milan – but reports state that he is now conscious after being treated in hospital.Players and staff formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to the 22-year-old.Bove was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi Hospital.Follow all the latest with our live blog below…Hospital arrivalsSeveral stars showed up at the hospital in support of Bove.Among the first to arrive at the hospital was captain Cristiano Biraghi. He was joined by Martinez Quarta. Danilo Cataldi – one of the first players to help Bove when he collapsed on the pitch, also visited the hospital. Rolando Mandragora, Pietro Terracciano, Luca Ranieri and Dodo were also seen at the hospital – with several other players making their way over to the medical facility to show their support.Copy linkCopiedFiorentina’s heartfelt messageSerie A outfit Fiorentina sent a heartfelt message to the fans after Edoardo Bove’s collapsing.Copy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove club career stats2021 – Roma – Apps (65) Goals (2)2024 – Fiorentina (on loan) Apps (11) Goals (1)Copy linkCopiedEvan Ndicka It is the second incident this year of a player collapsing during a Serie A match. This happened to Roma defender Evan Ndicka during his team’s match at Udinese in April.The 24-year-old was taken away by medical staff in the 74th minute of the Serie A clash, before the match was abandoned.But he was thankfully in good spirits later on in the evening.Copy linkCopiedIntensive careFiorentina have announced that Edoardo Bove is currently under pharmacological sedation and hospitalised intensive careA statement read: “Bove arrived in stable hemodynamic conditions and the first cardiological and neurological tests performed have ruled out acute damage to the central nervous.Bove will be re-evaluated in the next 24 hours. Thoughts and prayers with Edo 🤍Copy linkCopiedMore tributesSeveral supporters sent their well-wishes on social mediaOne wrote: “I hope they can help him. Awful, awful news to read today. Still holding hope the doctors can heal him.””Thoughts with Bove, his family and @acffiorentina,” wrote another. “We should suspend this match. The players were shaken. They are people too.”Supporters of other clubs also shared messages of support after learning of the news. “Praying for Bove. Everyone deserves to go back home to their family.”Copy linkCopiedDavid De Gea’s tributeFormer Manchester United and current Fiorentina star David de Gea has sent out a heart-felt tribute to teammate Edoardo Bove.De Gea wrote on X: “God Please.”Copy linkCopiedSuspendedFiorentina vs Inter Milan got suspended after Bove’s sudden collapseThe players and staff were quick to surround him.Copy linkCopiedWhat exactly happened?Bove was bending down and tying his laces before standing up and taking a few steps forward before he suddenly collapsed.At 18:48 local time fans started to leave the Stadio Artemio Franchi to go home.The game was then officially postponed to a later date with 17 minutes on the clock.Copy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove update EuroFoot have confirmed that Edoardo Bove is alert, conscious and breathing which is great news.Copy linkCopiedWho is Edoardo Bove?Born in Rome, Edoardo Bove’s paternal family is originally from Naples while his mother is German-Italian.Bove was raised in the quartiere of Appio-Latino and studied at the Massimo Institute in Rome’s neighbourhood.The Italian midfielder started playing football in the Roman club of Boreale Donorione until 2012 when he joined Roma following a successful trial.He was called up by the first team on December 3 for a Europa League match against Young Boys in 2020.However, he made his professional debut for Roma on May 9 in 2021 – scoring his first senior goal in a 2-2 draw against Verona on February 2022.On August 30, 2024, Bove joined fellow Serie A club Fiorentina on a season-long loan with the option to make the move permanent.Copy linkCopiedInter Milan President speaksA statement from Inter Milan president, Beppe Marotta said: “The focus is on the health of a 22-year-old boy, we have absolutely not addressed the issue of when the match will be played.”We will think about it later, now the focus is only on Bove’s health.”Italian outlet Repubblica reports Bove’s illness was caused by an epileptic fit which led to a cardiac arrest on the pitch.”He will now undergo a CT scan.”Copy linkCopiedWorrying scenesThe moment when players noticed Bove had collapsedCredit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedEdoardo Bove’s careerThe Italian midfielder started playing football in the Roman club of Boreale Donorione until 2012 when he joined Roma following a successful trial.He was called up by the first team on December 3 for a Europa League match against Young Boys in 2020.However, he made his professional debut for Roma on May 9 in 2021 – scoring his first senior goal in a 2-2 draw against Verona on February 2022.Copy linkCopiedSerie A statementA Serie A statement said: “The match will not resume and is postponed to a date to be determined.”With the game interrupted, Bove collapsed to the ground and the situation immediately appeared very serious.”An ambulance took the player away.”He was joined by Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino at the hospital shortly after, before his father and the mayor of Florence, Sara Funaro, also arrived at the hospital to show their support.Former Manchester United star David de Gea, who joined Fiorentina earlier this season, released a statement on social media praying for Bove’s health.He said: “God please,” followed by a praying hands emoji.Italian tennis player Flavio Cobolli, who is said to be a good friend of Bove since his time at Roma posted a story on Instagram saying: “Come on my friend,” followed by a heart emoji.TNT Sports commentator Adam Summerton said: “Thoughts with Edoardo Bove & all at Fiorentina.”Former Roma team-mate Tammy Abraham said: “Praying for you brother.”AS Roma said: “One of us, we are all with you.”Copy linkCopiedFootball scareInter Milan’s Serie A clash with Fiorentina was suspended after Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch.The horrible scenes occurred in the 15th minute of the clash.Players and staff formed a wall around the midfielder while medical staff tended to the 22-year-old.Team-mates and rivals alike were seen crying and with their hands on their heads as the terrifying ordeal played out.Bove was then taken off by stretcher before being placed in an ambulance and taken to Careggi hospital.Referee Daniele Doveri later told players to leave the pitch, with the match suspended due to the medical emergency.Copy linkCopied More

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      Inside former Champions League semi-finalists’ stunning 52,000-seater new stadium modelled on iconic ancient landmark

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      ITALIAN giants Roma are preparing to move to a new state-of-the-art 52,000-seater stadium.The Serie A club have played their home matches at the Stadio Olimpico since 1953.The new 52,000-seater stadium is set to captivate fansIt is set to be the home of AS Roma fron 2027Construction of the project is set to get underway next yearThe project will also be a hub for ‘dining, entertainment, work and hospitality’ as well as sportBut they are planning to move away from the iconic 72,000 venue in three years.Their new home is set to become the Stadio della Roma.The project is expected to get underway in 2025, with a provisional finish date of 2027.This would mean they move into the stadium for their 100-year anniversary.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe club are describing the new ground as “more than a stadium” as it prepares to be situated in an entertainment district which will be a “hub for dining, entertainment, work, hospitality and sport”.It will be built at the location of the old Hippodrome in the Tor di Valle district.And it will take inspiration from the iconic Colosseum with “an ultra-modern, steel and glass stadium, wrapped in a stone ‘scrim’”.Other nods to the famous landmark will include “a floating stone screen that envelops the stadium” that will act as a “dynamic contemporary interpretation of the stone arches of the famous arena”.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA Roma Hall of Fame building will also be builtThis is a shot of how the outside of the ground will lookOther elements will include a Roma Superstore and an interactive Roma Hall of Fame.Situated nearby will be a 2,500-seat “Spanish Steps” area, while a 14,000-seat amphitheatre will be included within the stadium.Chelsea legend John Terry reveals moment that ‘broke me’ three days after Champions League final penalty slip vs Man UtdSpeaking about the ground, Roma president Jim Pallota said: “It’s great for Rome but it’s also a spectacular project for Italy and a big project for all of Europe.”I can’t wait for Roma to have its own stadium, a stadium the team deserves.”Roma last won the Serie A title in 2001 – the third scudetto in their history.They also have nine Coppa Italias and two Italian Super Cups.Their only European trophy came in 2022 when Jose Mourinho led them to the Europa Conference League. More