"The boss makes the decisions and everyone goes by that. We respect what the manager does," said Woodgate. "If he chooses to put anyone on the bench, then it's a squad game and I'm sure everyone will get used to it.

"It's up to United to make a bid and Spurs to accept or decline it.

"The ball is in our court as he is our player. I'm sure the chairman will decide what to do - if he stays or if he goes."