Mourinho reveals international management desire

The Portuguese coach has had a hugely successful managerial career so far which has spanned almost two decades, winning 25 trophies with spells at Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Manchester United.

Mourinho's exploits have seen him linked with some top international jobs throughout his career, with England and his native Portugal among them.

When asked if he would like to move into international football, the 54-year-old confirmed the lure of the international tournaments would be too good to turn down, although he stopped short of saying his preferred destination.

He told 'Sky Sports': "There will be a moment in my career where I would prefer that nature of job, being more analytical and preparing a team inside doors but competes less.

"The experience of living a World Cup or European Championship from the inside is an experience I want to have after so many years I've had in football."

However, before he embarks on a new stage in his managerial career, he has to try to emulate Sir Alex Ferguson and bring success and trophies back to Old Trafford.

Having already won domestic league titles in Portugal, England, Italy and Spain, Mourinho underlined the importance of winning championships over other trophies.

"For everyone, the Champions League is the 'El Dorado', it is something that normally means more than championships," he added.

"But I agree when people say that Championships are the ones that make you feel that the season was really great.

"It's a 10-month competition, it's a marathon of matches where you have to deal with all the good and the bad things of such a long run.

"I have won all four championships in which I've been involved and that's reason to be proud."