Despite missing Saturday's 4-0 away win over Bolton, Manchester United pair Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand will be fit for Tuesday's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.

United boss Sir Alex Ferguson said the reason not to play the duo in the clash with the Trotters was mainly precautionary as both had slight concerns leading into the match and he wanted them right for the clash with the Germans.

"They were just a bit tender. Wayne has a bit of bruising in his foot. If he had played and got a whack on it he would have been doubtful for Tuesday," he said.

"We have a big week. We have to use our squad in situations like this. I have no qualms about that at all. They have all done their job well and I will have Rooney and Ferdinand available for Tuesday."