Fiorentina forward Moise Kean will miss the club's pivotal Serie A match against AS Roma on May 4 after being granted personal leave by the club. According to an official statement released by the Viola, the 24-year-old striker "has been granted leave for family reasons by the club" and "will be absent from May 1 to May 4." The club confirmed that during his absence, Kean will continue his rehabilitation program for an ongoing physical issue in Florence, with his therapeutic schedule set to resume on Tuesday, May 5.
The specific reason for the leave, as widely reported by Italian media including Firenze-based sources, is the imminent birth of Kean's child. His partner is expected to give birth during the period he will be away from the squad. This personal milestone comes at a critical juncture in Fiorentina's season, with the team deeply involved in a relegation battle under coach Paolo Vanoli.
The absence of Moise Kean is a significant blow for Fiorentina's preparations for their match at the Stadio Olimpico. The fixture represents a delicate appointment for Vanoli's side, who remain entangled in the fight to avoid dropping into Serie B. Every point is crucial at this late stage of the campaign, and being without a forward option limits the coach's tactical flexibility. Kean joined Fiorentina last summer after a mixed spell at Juventus, where he returned following a challenging period in the Premier League with Everton.
Since his move to Florence, Kean has struggled to find consistent form and has also been hampered by injuries, which the club's note references. His rehabilitation will continue separately during his authorized leave. The club's statement carefully balanced the player's personal circumstances with professional obligations, a common practice in modern football for such life events. His return to the treatment schedule on May 5 indicates the club expects him to be available for selection shortly after the Roma match, depending on his fitness and the progression of his recovery program.
Fiorentina will now have to plan for the vital clash in the capital without Kean, placing greater responsibility on other attacking players in the squad. The result could have major implications for the final Serie A standings, with several clubs still at risk of relegation with only a few matches remaining in the season.
