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Edoardo Bove Transfer from Roma to Watford
Gianluca Nani, the technical director of Udinese and sporting director of Watford, recounted that a transfer process for Edoardo Bove began following a casual encounter in an airport. Nani stated that he assisted Bove with certain bureaucratic procedures and visits with important specialists. Nani said that the transfer was ultimately completed and expressed happiness for Bove, highlighting his qualities and quick adaptation.
Gianluca Nani, the technical director of Udinese and sporting director of Watford, recounted that a transfer process for Edoardo Bove began following a casual encounter in an airport. Nani stated that he assisted Bove with certain bureaucratic procedures and visits with important specialists. Nani said that the transfer was ultimately completed and expressed happiness for Bove, highlighting his qualities and quick adaptation.
Edoardo Bove, who signed a contract with Watford after terminating his contract with Roma, told Sky Sport that he does not know what will happen in the future but that Watford is not a secondary option. He stated it was already his goal to play in England and that the club wants to return to the Premier League. Bove described how the negotiations started, explaining that on the final day of the previous season, while with Fiorentina in Udine, he was approached by Luca Nani, director of Udinese and Watford. Nani proposed a move to him during a car journey to Udine. Bove said at that time he was not thinking about returning to play because he had not completed his medical checks, but he considered the approach a sign of destiny.
Edoardo Bove, who signed a contract with Watford after terminating his contract with Roma, told Sky Sport that he does not know what will happen in the future but that Watford is not a secondary option. He stated it was already his goal to play in England and that the club wants to return to the Premier League. Bove described how the negotiations started, explaining that on the final day of the previous season, while with Fiorentina in Udine, he was approached by Luca Nani, director of Udinese and Watford. Nani proposed a move to him during a car journey to Udine. Bove said at that time he was not thinking about returning to play because he had not completed his medical checks, but he considered the approach a sign of destiny.
In a message on their official X page, Assocalciatori celebrated Edoardo Bove's return to football and wished him good luck for his career. Bove's return followed a serious incident that affected him on December 1, 2024.
In a message on their official X page, Assocalciatori celebrated Edoardo Bove's return to football and wished him good luck for his career. Bove's return followed a serious incident that affected him on December 1, 2024.
Edoardo Bove reached an agreement to terminate his contract with Roma and has signed a contract with Watford until June 2027. The 23-year-old has been inactive since December 1, 2024, after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest during a Serie A match while playing on loan at Fiorentina from Roma against Inter. After the incident, Bove had a subcutaneous defibrillator implanted, which prevents him from playing in Italy. Bove trained alone under medical supervision in recent months. He expressed gratitude to Watford for the welcome he received and stated he was eager to return to playing football with Watford.
Edoardo Bove reached an agreement to terminate his contract with Roma and has signed a contract with Watford until June 2027. The 23-year-old has been inactive since December 1, 2024, after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest during a Serie A match while playing on loan at Fiorentina from Roma against Inter. After the incident, Bove had a subcutaneous defibrillator implanted, which prevents him from playing in Italy. Bove trained alone under medical supervision in recent months. He expressed gratitude to Watford for the welcome he received and stated he was eager to return to playing football with Watford.
According to Tuttomercato, Watford FC has announced the signing of Edoardo Bove. He signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with Watford following the consensual termination of his agreement with AS Roma. Valon Behrami, the sporting director of Watford, stated that the club is happy Edoardo chose them among the many options available to him.
According to Tuttomercato, Watford FC has announced the signing of Edoardo Bove. He signed a five-and-a-half-year contract with Watford following the consensual termination of his agreement with AS Roma. Valon Behrami, the sporting director of Watford, stated that the club is happy Edoardo chose them among the many options available to him.
According to a report from CalcioMercato on the health challenges behind Edoardo Bove's move to Watford, the midfielder suffered a malignant ventricular arrhythmia ('torsione di punta') on December 1, 2024. This occurred during a league match between Fiorentina and Inter. Following this, Bove had a subcutaneous defibrillator installed, which means he can no longer play in official competitions in Italy. The report notes that Bove is resuming his career in England, similar to Christian Eriksen.
According to a report from CalcioMercato on the health challenges behind Edoardo Bove's move to Watford, the midfielder suffered a malignant ventricular arrhythmia ('torsione di punta') on December 1, 2024. This occurred during a league match between Fiorentina and Inter. Following this, Bove had a subcutaneous defibrillator installed, which means he can no longer play in official competitions in Italy. The report notes that Bove is resuming his career in England, similar to Christian Eriksen.
Edoardo Bove, who was released by Roma, has signed with Watford. According to Sky Sport, the Championship club convinced Edoardo Bove with a five-year contract that includes an initial agreement and an option for renewal. The release from Roma occurred at the beginning of the month due to Italian regulations that do not allow athletes with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) to play. Bove had an ICD implanted following a medical incident over a year ago. In England, the use of such devices is permitted.
Edoardo Bove, who was released by Roma, has signed with Watford. According to Sky Sport, the Championship club convinced Edoardo Bove with a five-year contract that includes an initial agreement and an option for renewal. The release from Roma occurred at the beginning of the month due to Italian regulations that do not allow athletes with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) to play. Bove had an ICD implanted following a medical incident over a year ago. In England, the use of such devices is permitted.
According to Sky Sports UK, Edoardo Bove has arrived in England and will undergo a medical with Watford in the coming hours. Bove is a free agent after being released by Roma, and the medical is a significant step towards him signing. Watford have offered a contract of six months plus an additional five and a half years and presented a technical project in which Bove is seen as a central figure for the present and the future. Bove was released by Roma at the beginning of the month due to Italian regulations prohibiting athletes with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) from playing. He had the device implanted after a medical incident during a match with Fiorentina over a year ago. In England, the use of athletes with an ICD is permitted.
According to Sky Sports UK, Edoardo Bove has arrived in England and will undergo a medical with Watford in the coming hours. Bove is a free agent after being released by Roma, and the medical is a significant step towards him signing. Watford have offered a contract of six months plus an additional five and a half years and presented a technical project in which Bove is seen as a central figure for the present and the future. Bove was released by Roma at the beginning of the month due to Italian regulations prohibiting athletes with an implanted cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) from playing. He had the device implanted after a medical incident during a match with Fiorentina over a year ago. In England, the use of athletes with an ICD is permitted.
According to Il Messaggero, Edoardo Bove will resume his career in England after signing a multi-year contract with Watford, following the mutual termination of his deal with Roma. The Italian midfielder is expected to make his debut for the Championship side in approximately one month. The move follows a period where Bove was unable to play in Italy due to regulations regarding a subcutaneous defibrillator. The transfer to Watford was influenced significantly by the club’s medical center, which was a key factor in reassuring the player. The contract reportedly includes an agreement that would allow him to depart should a top-tier club make an approach for him in the future.
According to Il Messaggero, Edoardo Bove will resume his career in England after signing a multi-year contract with Watford, following the mutual termination of his deal with Roma. The Italian midfielder is expected to make his debut for the Championship side in approximately one month. The move follows a period where Bove was unable to play in Italy due to regulations regarding a subcutaneous defibrillator. The transfer to Watford was influenced significantly by the club’s medical center, which was a key factor in reassuring the player. The contract reportedly includes an agreement that would allow him to depart should a top-tier club make an approach for him in the future.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Edoardo Bove has completed a transfer to Watford. The player will sign an initial six-month contract that lasts until next June, with an option for five more years until 2031. Bove will travel to England in the next few hours and will undergo medical examinations with his new team on Monday.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Edoardo Bove has completed a transfer to Watford. The player will sign an initial six-month contract that lasts until next June, with an option for five more years until 2031. Bove will travel to England in the next few hours and will undergo medical examinations with his new team on Monday.
Fabrizio Romano reported that Edoardo Bove is set to transfer to Watford, a club in the English Championship. He will sign an initial six-month contract, valid until next June, with an option for a five-year extension until 2031. Bove will travel to England soon and will undergo medical examinations with Watford on Monday. His contract with Roma was officially rescinded recently.
Fabrizio Romano reported that Edoardo Bove is set to transfer to Watford, a club in the English Championship. He will sign an initial six-month contract, valid until next June, with an option for a five-year extension until 2031. Bove will travel to England soon and will undergo medical examinations with Watford on Monday. His contract with Roma was officially rescinded recently.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Edoardo Bove is a new player for Watford. Bove terminated his contract with Roma. The 23-year-old midfielder will play for the English second-division club on a six-month loan, which includes an option to sign a contract until the end of the 2030/31 season.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Edoardo Bove is a new player for Watford. Bove terminated his contract with Roma. The 23-year-old midfielder will play for the English second-division club on a six-month loan, which includes an option to sign a contract until the end of the 2030/31 season.
Edoardo Bove has terminated his contract with Roma and, according to Tuttomercato, will move to Watford. Roma announced in an official statement that the contract termination was consensual. Bove will not be able to play in Serie A following a health issue last year during a match between Fiorentina, where he was on loan, and Inter. He will be available to play in England.
Edoardo Bove has terminated his contract with Roma and, according to Tuttomercato, will move to Watford. Roma announced in an official statement that the contract termination was consensual. Bove will not be able to play in Serie A following a health issue last year during a match between Fiorentina, where he was on loan, and Inter. He will be available to play in England.
Edoardo Bove is expected to terminate his contract with Roma today and subsequently sign with English Championship club Watford. According to Italian regulations, the Italian midfielder is unable to play in Serie A or B due to a subcutaneous defibrillator that was implanted after an illness.
Edoardo Bove is expected to terminate his contract with Roma today and subsequently sign with English Championship club Watford. According to Italian regulations, the Italian midfielder is unable to play in Serie A or B due to a subcutaneous defibrillator that was implanted after an illness.
Edoardo Bove is expected to officially terminate his contract with Roma tomorrow, according to Sky Sport. Watford has already initiated contacts to sign him, but Bove can only finalize an agreement with the Championship club after his contract with Roma is formally resolved.
Edoardo Bove is expected to officially terminate his contract with Roma tomorrow, according to Sky Sport. Watford has already initiated contacts to sign him, but Bove can only finalize an agreement with the Championship club after his contract with Roma is formally resolved.
Watford are hoping to persuade midfielder Edoardo Bove to join them following his release by Serie A club Roma. Watford assistant sporting director Valon Behrami told BBC Three Counties Radio that the club became a serious option for Bove but with a player like him it always takes time. Behrami stated that they now have to wait and see what they can do, adding that it could be a dream come true. He believes Bove is a Premier-League standard player and last week stated it would be a miracle if they could bring him to Vicarage Road. Behrami also said that many clubs are interested in him now, that Watford is one of them, and that he hopes they can be the one he chooses.
Watford are hoping to persuade midfielder Edoardo Bove to join them following his release by Serie A club Roma. Watford assistant sporting director Valon Behrami told BBC Three Counties Radio that the club became a serious option for Bove but with a player like him it always takes time. Behrami stated that they now have to wait and see what they can do, adding that it could be a dream come true. He believes Bove is a Premier-League standard player and last week stated it would be a miracle if they could bring him to Vicarage Road. Behrami also said that many clubs are interested in him now, that Watford is one of them, and that he hopes they can be the one he chooses.
Il Messaggero explained Everton and Watford have come forward to sign AS Roma player Edoardo Bove in the winter market, while Leggo reported Sunderland and Nottingham Forest are also interested in him. Bove has not returned to the pitch since suffering a cardiac arrest in December 2024. He is ready to return, but regulations do not allow him to continue in Italy. Gianluca Di Marzio reports on Watford’s interest, stating Bove is close to terminating his contract with the Serie A side, which lasts until 2028. According to the journalist, Roma is expected to make the termination official this weekend, which would allow the midfielder to join a new club on a free transfer. Gazzetta dello Sport reports Bove has received numerous offers from top division clubs but has chosen Watford as his desire is to start from a lower league. Gazzetta also reports Bove will sign his contract with Watford early next week.
Il Messaggero explained Everton and Watford have come forward to sign AS Roma player Edoardo Bove in the winter market, while Leggo reported Sunderland and Nottingham Forest are also interested in him. Bove has not returned to the pitch since suffering a cardiac arrest in December 2024. He is ready to return, but regulations do not allow him to continue in Italy. Gianluca Di Marzio reports on Watford’s interest, stating Bove is close to terminating his contract with the Serie A side, which lasts until 2028. According to the journalist, Roma is expected to make the termination official this weekend, which would allow the midfielder to join a new club on a free transfer. Gazzetta dello Sport reports Bove has received numerous offers from top division clubs but has chosen Watford as his desire is to start from a lower league. Gazzetta also reports Bove will sign his contract with Watford early next week.
Roma midfielder Edoardo Bove could be nearing a transfer to Watford. According to Fabrizio Romano, a verbal agreement was reached between the two clubs and the midfielder is expected to join the Championship side next week. It is reported that final details of the transfer are being finalized this weekend before the Italian youth international travels to England for a medical. Bove spent the first half of last season on loan at Fiorentina.
Roma midfielder Edoardo Bove could be nearing a transfer to Watford. According to Fabrizio Romano, a verbal agreement was reached between the two clubs and the midfielder is expected to join the Championship side next week. It is reported that final details of the transfer are being finalized this weekend before the Italian youth international travels to England for a medical. Bove spent the first half of last season on loan at Fiorentina.
Edoardo Bove will terminate his contract with Roma and then sign with Watford. According to Fabrizio Romano, the details of the operation will be finalized during the weekend, and Edoardo Bove will join Watford starting from next week.
Edoardo Bove will terminate his contract with Roma and then sign with Watford. According to Fabrizio Romano, the details of the operation will be finalized during the weekend, and Edoardo Bove will join Watford starting from next week.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Watford are nearing a deal to sign Edoardo Bove. Bove has had plenty of interest from England, with Sunderland and Nottingham Forest among the sides credited with interest. It appears that Watford will be the club to sign him. Italian regulations prevent players with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators from competing in Serie A, meaning Bove must now look abroad to continue his playing career.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Watford are nearing a deal to sign Edoardo Bove. Bove has had plenty of interest from England, with Sunderland and Nottingham Forest among the sides credited with interest. It appears that Watford will be the club to sign him. Italian regulations prevent players with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators from competing in Serie A, meaning Bove must now look abroad to continue his playing career.
Watford are trying to sign Edoardo Bove this month as he wants to leave Italy. According to the Watford Observer, the Hornets have held talks with the player about a potential move. The club have reportedly held talks with Bove about signing as a free agent, as he is set to have his contract with Roma terminated. It is believed that there is interest from Bove regarding a move to England, and there is optimism that the Championship side can reach an agreement soon. Watford are understood to want financial and medical concerns to be resolved before any deal is finalised, but they are hopeful he will join the club this month.
Watford are trying to sign Edoardo Bove this month as he wants to leave Italy. According to the Watford Observer, the Hornets have held talks with the player about a potential move. The club have reportedly held talks with Bove about signing as a free agent, as he is set to have his contract with Roma terminated. It is believed that there is interest from Bove regarding a move to England, and there is optimism that the Championship side can reach an agreement soon. Watford are understood to want financial and medical concerns to be resolved before any deal is finalised, but they are hopeful he will join the club this month.
According to RomaSport, Watford could soon acquire AS Roma’s Edoardo Bove. Watford’s interest is also highlighted by Gazzetta dello Sport, which claims the club have made insistent offers for him.
According to RomaSport, Watford could soon acquire AS Roma’s Edoardo Bove. Watford’s interest is also highlighted by Gazzetta dello Sport, which claims the club have made insistent offers for him.
Nicolò Schira reported that Watford, as well as unnamed clubs from Turkey and Greece, have expressed interest in Edoardo Bove as a free agent. The 23-year-old Italian midfielder is in the process of terminating his contract with Roma, which was valid until the summer of 2028. He is compelled to leave Italy because Serie A regulations prohibit players with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator from competing. Although he has not played this season due to the rule, Italian sources indicate he is in good physical condition from working with a personal coach under medical supervision. PAOK had also shown interest in him during the summer of 2024. Bove has 14 caps and one goal for the Italy U21 team.
Nicolò Schira reported that Watford, as well as unnamed clubs from Turkey and Greece, have expressed interest in Edoardo Bove as a free agent. The 23-year-old Italian midfielder is in the process of terminating his contract with Roma, which was valid until the summer of 2028. He is compelled to leave Italy because Serie A regulations prohibit players with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator from competing. Although he has not played this season due to the rule, Italian sources indicate he is in good physical condition from working with a personal coach under medical supervision. PAOK had also shown interest in him during the summer of 2024. Bove has 14 caps and one goal for the Italy U21 team.
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