Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has come out all guns blazing against Rafael Benitez, his successor at Inter Milan.

Mourinho left Inter for Real in the summer after leading the Italians to an unprecedented Serie A, Coppa Italia and Champions League treble.

He was reacting to reports in Italy claiming Benitez had ordered all images of the Portuguese off the walls in the Nerrazzuri training camp.

In comments reported by The Sunday Times, the Special One said: "One thing is certain, [Rafael] Benitez won't do better than me [at Inter]. Another thing is also true that should he lift the Intercontinental Cup, he will have only won two games compared to my 13. Therefore it will be my trophy and not his.

"I don't need photos to make those around me love me as they carry me in their hearts. When I was Inter coach I never asked for the images of Herrera or Mancini to be taken down.

"If they don't like my photos it's not a problem. I always shared a great rapport with the Inter family.

"I wish Benitez success in his new role, not because I love him but because he is coaching a team that belongs to me, my fans and my president."

And these comments showcase why there is never a dull moment when the Portuguese opens his mouth.

Inter begin their defence of the Scudetto with match at Bologna on August 29.