Jose Mourinho has given his picks for who he thinks could win Euro 2024, giving three teams he is tipping for success.
The 61-year-old has been out of work since being sacked by Roma in January after two-and-a-half years in the role, and has insisted he is ready to return to management amid links to a number of sides.
He was rumoured to be of interest to Liverpool before the Reds appointed Arne Slot as manager, with the Portuguese's next move unclear as his return nears ever-closer.
The veteran, who recently revealed himself that he has rejected the chance to manage Portugal twice in his career - including recently - may step back into the manager's office soon but will be watching Euro 2024 from afar, cheering on his home team.
He has, meanwhile, revealed who he is backing for success at this summer's tournament, and it will come as no surprise that he has picked out Portugal as one of the three sides.
'For me, it's one of the three strongest teams, Mourinho said at a tribute event for his father in Vila do Conde. 'Portugal, France and England.
'Surprises can happen, yes. But looking at the quality and quantity of players, I think Portugal has to go there to win.'
Gareth Southgate's side remain favourites to win the competition in Germany this summer, priced ahead of France, Germany and Portugal.
The Three Lions will be bidding to win their first major trophy since 1966, and will be encouraged by the form of the likes of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, who are both bidding to win the Champions League.
Mourinho, meanwhile, recently revealed in an interview with Fabrizio Romano that he was offered the chance to manage Portugal just months prior to losing his job at Roma.
'My feeling with Portugal is I had the door open twice,
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