Rolando Maran is thrilled to take charge of Catania.

Maran replaces new Fiorentina boss Vincenzo Montella and came so close to promotion when Varese lost the play-off final with Sampdoria last week.

"Being here is a dream come true and I couldn't believe it when I stepped in to the Torre del Grifo training ground," said Maran.

"Catania represent an important opportunity, the apex of my career. Even if I only finished the season with Varese three days ago, I can't wait to get started again.

"It was impossible to turn this chance down and I consider it a reward for all the hard work I've done so far. I don't think I came late to Serie A, as if I am here now then it means I earned it."