Bologna coach Sinisa Mihajlovic has spoken of his relationship with AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

The pair became friends whenplayers at Inter Milan.

“Ibra is like a brother, as players we clashed, then we became friends, “ said Mihajlovic to Verissimo, an Italian TV show.

“I was sorry he didn't come here to Bologna but I understand the choice of Milan, even if he would had more fun with us.

“We have a very similar character. I'm glad he returned to Italy.

"We only hope that he won't be able to play against us, so we will have one less problem to worry about."