Mihajlovic has recently been linked with Inter, Sampdoria and Lazio.
“We all feel ready when judging the decisions of others, but when we find ourselves in those moments, we lose all our certainty. That is exactly what I’m feeling now!” read a statement on the official club website.
“In these days I have had to make a cruel professional decision that contrasts with my natural and human sentiments. I can only thank the President and director general of Catania for their understanding.
“Just think, I was at home without a club and they gave me work, supported me during the season and now, on my request, they said: ‘Thank you Sinisa for all you’ve given us in this wonderful campaign.
“’We have known a great person who will always remain in our hearts and we consider it only fair you follow your ambition.’ INCREDIBLE!!!
“It is one of the most wonderful shows of respect I have received in my life. Thank you so much, Catania Calcio and the entire city!
“I would like, but certainly do not demand, that all the Rossazzurri fans put themselves in my shoes and understand the decision I have made,” continued the statement.
“Perhaps I am asking for too much. But at least forgive me; I know that you’ll do that, because I have known well how big your hearts are. Don’t forget tacticians come and go, but the important thing is to keep this solid club that provided me with a top quality squad.
“I hope to soon find work to legitimise my decision and my professional ambition, so I can return to Catania as a fair opponent, treating you with the same respect that you have shown me.”
