Mourinho advisor drops England hint

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Although the statement has in no way committed the former Chelsea boss to the vacancy, it is the clearest hint yet a lucrative offer from Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick would be accepted.

"I can't say whether he is interested or not but he loves English football and he loves the crowds, so I am sure he would consider it," said Parames.

Mourinho is thought to top the FA's wish list, even though it could cost them around £6million-a-year to get their man.

Barwick and FA director of football development Sir Trevor Brooking have yet to conclude their extensive consultation process with senior figures in the game and have made no approaches to anyone as yet.

However, it can surely only be a matter of time before Mourinho's agent Jorge Mendes is contacted, if not with an actual offer then for an indication about his future plans.

Mourinho has been coy on that subject over recent days but Parames accepts the England job would be a hard one to refuse.

"To be manager of England is not the same as being manager of another country," Parames told Sky Sports News.

"To be manager of England is a big job, a very interesting job and every coach would be honoured to be invited.

Meanwhile, the Football Association have confirmed England will play a friendly against Switzerland at Wembley on February 6, possibly offering a first match in charge for whoever takes over at the helm.