Udinese's Brazilian midfielder Walace Souza, 27, was involved in an off-road exit last night while in his car, which first overturned and then burned down.
The footballer was unharmed, managing to get out of the cockpit before it caught fire.
The accident, which did not involve other means, happened around 3 am, in viale Venezia, in Udine.
Sores Fvg immediately sent a car and an ambulance.
Given the important dynamics, the midfielder - he is Sottil's most used player in the first nine league matches - was nevertheless transported to the emergency room for checks.
On site the Fire Brigade of the Udine command.
In addition to the various calls received from people residing in the area, the accident alert also started from the car, a latest generation car that automatically sent the alarm to 112. From the Friulian Club we learn that the player has been discharged and will be at available from the technician as early as the next few hours.