Jonathan Woodgate's former Leeds United, Newcastle and Middlesbrough team-mates react to managerial appointment

Jonathan Woodgate was announced as Middlesbrough’s new manager on Friday - and his former team-mates were quick to congratulate him.

During an accomplished playing career, the former defender played for Leeds United, Newcastle, Real Madrid, Boro, Tottenham and Stoke, as well as the England national team.

Jonathan Woodgate was appointed Middlesbrough's new manager on Friday.placeholder image
Jonathan Woodgate was appointed Middlesbrough's new manager on Friday.

Scroll down to see how some of Woodgate’s previous colleagues reacted to the news.

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