Edoardo Bove, Fiorentina’s midfielder, recently gave an interview to Radio Deejay where he discussed various topics, including a description of his current coach Raffaele Palladino and his experiences with former Roma manager José Mourinho.
Speaking about Palladino, Bove said, “He’s a bit of a nerd (laughs), he pays attention to every detail. It took us some time to understand certain mechanisms, but now we’re doing well. There’s a serene atmosphere that allows us to do things properly.”
Reflecting on his time under Mourinho at Roma, Bove addressed the nickname given to him by the Portuguese coach: “Mourinho had nicknamed me ‘sick dog’ and it didn’t help, but I know he cared for me. In professional football, some coaches ask for something extra from you, and your qualities can be put aside. When you’re constantly running after everyone, it’s not easy to be clear-headed with the ball.”
Bove also discussed his development as a player: “In the first few matches, you’re never brave, there’s always a bit of emotion and you hide. With time, you gain confidence and responsibility. This year I feel at the center of the project.”
When asked about his teammates at Fiorentina who came from clubs that no longer wanted them, Bove responded, “Everyone has this idea, and looking at the players, it’s true. We left some clubs, each for different reasons, but in the end, a player’s motivations are not to prove to the old team how much you’re worth. You play for your team and your teammates.”
Bove also praised his teammates David De Gea and Moise Kean: “David is a fantastic person. I’ve learned that the stronger they are, the better people they are. With Kean, you can see that something has clicked mentally. He takes on different responsibilities. He feels central and is also responsible for his teammates. I wouldn’t focus on the goals but more on the chases when he loses the ball. It shows how much he really cares. Then from a physical and technical point of view, he’s an animal.”
Finally, Bove spoke about his relationship with his old football school, Boreale, in which he has acquired some shares: “We want to let the kids play with maximum tranquility beyond the formations. I do it so that they can experience what I experienced in an educated and respectful environment without needing to prove anything to anyone.”
