Antonio Conte’s feud with Jose Mourinho intensified further on Saturday as the Chelsea head coach called the Manchester United boss a “little man” and “fake” before issuing an apparent challenge.

Simmering tensions between Conte and his predecessor as Chelsea boss ignited on Friday, when Mourinho made reference to match-fixing allegations.

And, following Chelsea’s goalless draw in the FA Cup third round at Norwich, Conte took the opportunity to respond in measured fashion – appearing to relish the forthcoming Premier League clash scheduled for February 25.

Conte said: “The situation is very clear. I don’t have anything to clarify.

“It will be the opportunity in the game against United when we go to Old Trafford.

“Me and him face to face. I’m ready. I don’t know if he’s ready.”

Culled from Team talk