Jose Mourinho press conference: 'I am frustrated, Manchester United is a Champions League club'

The 53-year-old was introduced to the world’s media for his first press conference on Tuesday

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho admits he is frustrated to have inherited a side in the Europa League - and not in the Champions League - from predecessor Louis van Gaal.

The 53-year-old was introduced to the world’s media for his first press conference at Old Trafford since succeeding the Dutchman in May and used the opportunity to outline his belief that United should always be in Europe’s elite competition.

The fifth-placed Premier League finish last season means United will be forced to play in the Europa League next season, providing both ego-bruising and logistical headaches for the foreseeable future, but Mourinho is confident he can restore them to the top.

Speaking on the merits of being United manager, the former Chelsea boss said: “The reality is I think it is a job every one wants and not many have a chance to have and I have it.

“I know obviously the responsibility, expectation and at the same time I know the legacy and what is behind me and the history of this club and what the fans expect from me.

“This challenge obviously doesn't make me nervous as my history in the last 10 years was always to live with big clubs' expectations and I think it comes at the right time in my career.

“I have great motivation and I can say I am where I want to be, I want to be in this club, in the Premier League and I feel frustrated I am not playing in the Champions League.

“I don't hide. I chase Sir Alex's record in Champions League matches. Hopefully it is only one season we are not there. Manchester United is a Champions League club.”