Fiorentina provide positive update on Edoardo Bove after on-field collapse

Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is now awake following an induced coma from his collapse on the field on Sunday night.

The 22-year-old was rushed to Careggi Hospital after dropping to the ground unconscious 17 minutes into his side's clash with Inter at the Stadio Artemio Franchi.

The game was suspended as a result of the traumatic incident, with Fiorentina now issuing an update on Bove's health.

"Following an uneventful night, Edoardo was awakened and extubated this morning," read a club statement.

"He is currently awake, alert and oriented. The doctors who treated him have confirmed that diagnostic tests are ongoing."

Bove is currently on loan in Florence from Roma.

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