The world of football is in mourning after it was confirmed earlier today that Sinisa Mihajlovic has passed away at the age of 53.
Mihajlovic revealed in 2019 that he had been diagnosed with leukaemia but soldiered on through three rounds of treatment and even kept his role as Bologna’s head coach before being sacked in September.
Mihajlović died earlier today in a Rome clinic following complications with his leukaemia. He was 53 years of age, and tributes have been pouring in for the former Milan boss from his old pupils and club legends.
Baresi: “Sinisa you fought with your head held high till the end, a real man.”
Bacca: ““The best. Rest in peace great man.”
Balotelli: “Mister, I’ll always keep you in my heart. A special leader and man, RIP.”
Kucka: “Thanks a lot Mister, for everything.”
Niang: “Before being my coach you were a very special person to me, a father, a brother, a friend. From day 1 I knew you would be an important person for me. Thanks for everything, it’s an honour to share part of my life with you. I’ll always keep you in my heart.”
Inzaghi: “Bye Sinisa, it was a privilege to meet you and appreciate all your qualities, on the pitch and especially off it, as a man. You have been a master of football and of life. You leave a huge void. My love goes out to your wonderful family. Rest in peace.”
Montolivo: “You fought on the pitch and in life with determination and dignity. There are no words… it was an honor to meet you and work together. Bye Mister.”
Donnarumma: “You have always been a warrior and I know how much you fought. I will thank you for always believing in me and for everything you’ve told me since the first day we met. You will always be in my heart, bye mister.”
