Evan Ndicka's shock Serie A collapse not caused by heart attack with Roma star set for 'further observations' as Daniele de Rossi's squad visit him in hospital

The Serie A match was abandoned late in the second half after the Ivory Coast international collapsed and had to be stretchered off. Ndicka was quickly taken to hospital and underwent a CT scan to determine the cause of his chest pains.

Initial tests have shown that Ndicka did not suffer a heart attack as was first feared, Sky Sport in Italy reports. Nevertheless, he will spend the night in hospital for further observation while his fellow Roma stars visited him after the match was suspended.

Roma delivered an update on Ndicka's condition via their social channels, which reads: "The squad went to visit Ndicka at the hospital. Evan is feeling better and is in good spirits. He will remain in the hospital for further observations. Forza Evan!"

The match between Udinese and Roma will be played from the 73rd minute - the moment it was halted following Ndicka's collapse. The last 17 minutes cannot be played in the first 24 hours after the incident due to regulations, while Roma's upcoming Europa League clash against AC Milan will prevent it from going ahead in midweek. The outcome of that match will be key in determining when Udinese and Roma can conclude their game.

Ndicka may undergo further tests to determine what caused his collapse. It is not yet known how long he will be sidelined for, but Roma boss De Rossi insisted "it's all fine" when asked to comment on the player's condition outside the hospital.