Cagliari striker Trepy in ICU after Sardinia pool incident

Cagliari striker Yael Trepy remains in intensive care after an incident at a private villa in Sardinia on Sunday afternoon, the club confirmed on Monday.

The 20-year-old was airlifted to Santissima Annunziata Civil Hospital in Sassari following the reported loss of consciousness in a swimming pool. Cagliari issued a statement late on Monday, stating that the club is in constant contact with the hospital and the player’s family while closely monitoring his condition.

The club has asked for privacy to be respected for Trepy and his family, and said it will provide updates only when available. The incident occurred during a weekend off for the first-team squad, who had beaten Arezzo 1-0 in the Coppa Italia on Friday, a match in which Trepy played 54 minutes.

Timeline of a distressing weekend

Sunday’s emergency response followed a call made after Trepy reportedly lost consciousness in the water. Sardinian newspaper Unione Sarda reported that the airlift took place in the afternoon, shortly after the incident occurred at a private residence.

Cagliari’s statement on Monday confirmed Trepy was receiving treatment in intensive care at the Sassari hospital. The club did not disclose further medical details, including the nature of the injury or the current status of his condition.

Trepy had featured in eight Serie A appearances last season, scoring once, and joined Cagliari’s academy in 2022 after starting his youth career with US Créteil-Lusitanos in France. His last competitive action was the Coppa Italia win over Arezzo, where he featured in the first half before being replaced.

Club’s measured response amid uncertainty

Cagliari’s statement struck a careful tone, expressing solidarity with Trepy and his family while requesting privacy. The club said it is in constant contact with the healthcare facility and monitoring progress closely.

BBC Sport contacted the club for further comment, but no additional details were provided. The absence of medical specifics leaves open questions about the severity of Trepy’s condition and the expected timeline for updates.

In the absence of further information, the club’s stance remains one of caution, prioritising the player’s recovery and the family’s privacy over public disclosure.

Context within the squad’s schedule

Trepy’s involvement in the Coppa Italia fixture on Friday preceded a scheduled weekend off for the first team. His 54-minute cameo came as Cagliari progressed in the competition, though the club has not indicated whether his absence will affect future squad selection.

Last season, Trepy scored once in eight Serie A appearances, contributing to a campaign that saw Cagliari compete in Italy’s top flight. His emergence from the academy has been gradual, with limited first-team minutes but steady progress since joining in 2022.

The incident now places both his short-term availability and longer-term development in question, leaving the club to navigate a delicate period with minimal public information.

Cagliari’s request for privacy underscores the gravity of the situation, as the club balances professional responsibility with respect for Trepy’s personal circumstances. Updates are expected only when medically appropriate and with the family’s consent.