Spurs boss paves way for Berbatov to leave

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Berbatov's agent was in London his week to talk with sporting director Damien Comolli and the 26-year-old's father has since suggested the Bulgaria international is unsettled.

Unhappy: Dimitar Berbatov

Comolli and chairman Daniel Levy are expected to have the final say on whether he would be sold, but Ramos has made it clear he does not want players in his squad who do not want to be there.

"I believe you can't force players to stay in the team if they don't want to," said the Spaniard.

"It is not good for the team or the player, so I wouldn't stand in anyone's way if they want to leave."

Berbatov is in the squad for the UEFA Cup clash against Hapoel Tel Aviv in Israel, with Spurs looking to get off the mark in Group G after losing their opening game to Getafe.

The defeat to the Spanish side was Martin Jol's last game as manager, and earlier in that week Berbatov appeared reluctant to warm up as a substitute against Newcastle.

That incident and his body language has seen Berbatov criticised for being moody, particularly after Manchester United showed interest this summer but a move never materialised.

"I think he is happy, but that is a question you need to ask him," Ramos added.

"He is a Spurs player and he needs to help and support the team."