Last week reports in Spain suggested Madrid had tired of his antics and were ready to dispose of his services.

“I've learned that football is not an easy world,” Mourinho told RTC. “Especially for coaches. It is very difficult to spend many years at the same club.

“I am Portuguese so I am a natural explorer, a discoverer. I've been in many different countries, different cultures and different Leagues.

“Spain, England, Italy....I do not know if my future will be another adventure. What I do know is that I will continue working, whatever happens.”