Jose Mourinho never ceases to amaze, never. He has started with his mind games regarding the knockout rounds when the round draws haven’t even been declared yet.
"We don't fear anybody, but we know there are very good, strong teams in this competition," Mourinho said.
"Last year we were close and we didn't have the team playing at such a high level as we do this season, so we can dream we will do it.
"But let's see if the sharks let us, because there are a few sharks in the ocean."
He also had a jibe at Liverpool, who were knocked out of Champions League in the group stages.
"I don't think any of the big teams are out of the Champions League now... maybe Liverpool," he added.
"But all the teams that want to win the competition, they're all in the competition.
"Season after season you repeat this, normally everyone is in the last 16. The Champions League starts now."
He was particularly happy with Arsenal and Chelsea’s qualification into the knockout stages. And was wary about United’s threat this season as season wears on.
"I work in England. I want the prestige of English football and I hope they do well," he said.
"We have also Liverpool, Tottenham and Everton in the Europa League, so I wish them good too.
"At the same time it's good for us that our direct opponents in the Premier League are involved in European competitions.
"Manchester United are not. They have the same advantage that Liverpool had last season in terms of the Premier League, a big advantage."
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