Mourinho wants to meet "Chelsea" in the Champions League final © EuroFootball.com

Madrid strategist Jose Mourinho admitted that he would like to meet his former club, Chelsea, in the Champions League final.

Portuguese led the English team for several years, which, like Real Madrid, reached the tournament quarterfinals. The draw will take place on Friday.

"People don't understand how much I love Inter Milan and Chelsea, how much I love those boys and wish them luck," Mourinho said. "If we were to meet in the quarterfinals, semifinals or final, we would have to play against a great opponent. I am very happy for the Chelsea players, as they have shown strong character. Joy comes after a difficult period."

When asked about facing a London team in the final, Mourinho replied: "I really wish for that."