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Watford Eyes Bove as Midfielder Pushes for 'Bove Law'

1/8/2026

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Watford is pursuing Roma midfielder Edoardo Bove after he terminates his contract due to Italian rules preventing playing with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator.
Bove aims to continue his career in leagues where such devices are permitted, such as the Premier League or Championship.
Watford, 6th in the Championship, seeks to strengthen its midfield as Bove trains privately and advocates for the 'Bove Law' while he recovers from a cardiac incident.

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Watford is pursuing Roma midfielder Edoardo Bove after he terminates his contract due to Italian rules preventing playing with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator.
Bove aims to continue his career in leagues where such devices are permitted, such as the Premier League or Championship.
Watford, 6th in the Championship, seeks to strengthen its midfield as Bove trains privately and advocates for the 'Bove Law' while he recovers from a cardiac incident.