The two clubs combined have lifted the trophy five times in the past six seasons, and have been the undisputed kings of English football for the last three years on the trot.

Moreover, it was Chelsea who United beat in the Champions League final in May, and Mourinho believes the pair will battle it out for the top prize in English football this year as well.

"I saw Arsenal play in the Amsterdam Tournament," the former Chelsea boss told Sky Italia. "They have a good squad, but there are too few experienced players.

"The side is full of inexperienced lads. They certainly have talent but not the necessary experience to win the league.

"United and Chelsea will fight to win the Premiership but one day Liverpool will be there with them. Maybe even this year already."