Jose Mourinho believes Tottenham are just a 'pony' in the Premier League title race.
Spurs returned to first on the table after Sunday's goalless draw with Chelsea.
But Mourinho doesn't think his side should be considered as title contenders.
"We are not even in the race so we are not a horse," Mourinho told reporters. "We are the small, young horse - a pony.
"We are just a pony, and you see the difference. Joe Rodon was playing for Swansea; Thiago Silva was for many years and still is one of the best centre-backs in the world. And maybe one month of Thiago's salary pays Joe a year's salary. So, calm."
Asked about Chelsea's chances, the Portuguese added: "They are one of the biggest contenders, no doubt about that.
"I believe that for them it is not a problem at all to be two points behind us and Liverpool I think. And if Leicester wins they are also on the same points as us.
"I don't think it's a problem for Chelsea - they know how powerful they are with the squad they have, and they know this is a long, long run. And they also know that Tottenham is not a candidate."
