On Friday, all Premier League and English Football League matches were postponed until April 3 at the earliest in an attempt to combat the global pandemic.
The decision came after meetings involving league officials and club representatives, which followed on from news that Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta and Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi have tested positive for the virus.
Liverpool's players and staff have voluntarily, temporarily suspended activity at Melwood training ground, while neighbours Everton – who were due to host the Reds in the Merseyside derby on Monday – have closed all of their facilities after a member of the first-team squad reported symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
Now Klopp, whose side lead the way by 25 points in the Premier League, has insisted he supports the call to suspend the schedule.
"First and foremost, all of us have to do whatever we can to protect one another. In society I mean," Klopp wrote in a statement released on Liverpool's official website.
"This should be the case all the time in life, but in this moment I think it matters more than ever.
"I've said before that football always seems the most important of the least important things. Today, football and football matches really aren't important at all.
"Of course, we don't want to play in front of an empty stadium and we don't want games or competitions suspended, but if doing so helps one individual stay healthy – just one – we do it no questions asked.
"If it's a choice between football and the good of the wider society, it's no contest. Really, it isn't.
"The decision is being implemented with the motive of keeping people safe. Because of that we support it completely. We have seen members of teams we compete against become ill. This virus has shown that being involved in football offers no immunity."
Liverpool exited the Champions League, which has now been postponed, to Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, but are on course to win their maiden Premier League title, and a first top-flight championship since 1989-90.
However, it remains to be seen how the Premier League – which pledged to complete the season if possible – will be able to conclude the campaign.
"None of us know in this moment what the final outcome will be, but as a team we have to have belief that the authorities make decisions based on sound judgement and morality," Klopp continued.
"I think in the present moment, with so many people around our city, the region, the country and the world facing anxiety and uncertainty, it would be entirely wrong to speak about anything other than advising people to follow expert advice and look after themselves and each other.
The message from the team to our supporters is only about your well-being. Put your health first. Don't take any risk. Think about the vulnerable in our society and act where possible with compassion for them."
Debate has already started over what should happen if the Premier League, which has been suspended until April 3, cannot resume.
Liverpool are 25 points clear at the top – Manchester City have played one game less – with nine matches remaining in their season.
But Shearer, the top goalscorer in Premier League history, said there was no way Liverpool should be crowned champions if the campaign was not completed.
"If, and it is a huge if, the season cannot be completed then there is no way you can have a winner or loser," he wrote in The Sun.
"As harsh and as horrible as that would be for some clubs, none more so than Liverpool, it is the only outcome.
"If you cannot complete the fixtures then you cannot go handing out titles or consider relegating anybody."
Liverpool are just two wins away from wrapping up what would be their first league title since 1990.
But Shearer said while it was obvious Jurgen Klopp's men were set for the title, it could not be awarded.
"For Liverpool, it would be incredibly harsh," he continued.
"But I cannot see how it would be fair to hand them the title – despite the fact it is obvious nobody is going to catch them.
"They only need six points to wrap it up but they haven't got them yet so for that reason it has to be declared null and void.
"It would be very different if the season was suspended after they had got the points to win it.
"But they haven't and however horrible a scenario it would be, it's the only option."
The Premier League leaders faced huge criticism in early April when owners Fenway Sports Group revealed they planned to take advantage of the coronavirus job retention scheme, which would see the United Kingdom government cover 80 per cent of wages up to £2,500 per month.
There was a backlash from fans and former players given the club had announced pre-tax profits of £42million just six weeks earlier, leading them to reverse their decision and issue an apology through chief executive Peter Moore.
"It's better to admit a mistake than to dig your heels in," said Werner, as per the Daily Mail.
"Hopefully, people will know that all we really care about is trying to support the fans and support our players and our club in a way that is sustainable.
"It's a terrible situation we're all in. Someday, hopefully, there will be a vaccine and we can return to the joy of being in a stadium and watching the elegant play of great football players.
"The most important thing is safety and the Premier League are working on protocols. But there's a hole in so many people's lives. Football is central to their dreams and their hopes.
"Certainly, as regards to Liverpool, we are playing magnificent football and we are just a couple of matches away from winning the trophy. But I do put it in perspective."
Premier League matches are not expected to resume until some time in June and will have to be held behind closed doors.
Similarly, plans for a victory parade should Liverpool end their 30-year wait to win the top-flight title have been ruined by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Werner still hopes to be able to celebrate such a triumph with fans when it is safe to do so, having been inspired by the scenes after last season's Champions League success.
"The 4-0 win over Barcelona [in the semi-final second leg] was the single greatest sporting event I've ever seen," he said. "The reaction our supporters had in the stadium that day and around the world is something that I'll remember for the rest of my life.
"I thought I could never imagine experiencing anything like [the parade]. Then somebody said, 'Well, if we win the Premier League, this parade will be dwarfed'. I'm looking forward to a parade when we can all congregate again."
The campaign was suspended last month due to the coronavirus pandemic and there remains uncertainty over when, and if, it will resume.
Liverpool were 25 points clear when the season was stopped, while Bournemouth, Aston Villa – who had played one game less – and Norwich City were in the drop zone.
Bloom, whose Brighton sit two points clear of the relegation zone, said points-per-game may be used to decide champions or even European qualification, but not relegation.
"I don't foresee a situation, if the season's not played out, that teams will get relegated on a points-per-game basis," Bloom told UK media.
"I just don't think it's fathomable that a team which is not allowed to play out the season, may lose out on 0.2 of a point based on this system.
"Also it does not take into account the strength of the teams you have not played.
"You may get a title winner, obviously Liverpool deserve it, you may use that criteria for European qualification but I do not see how anyone can vote for that, certainly the per cent needed, for teams to get relegated."
Jurgen Klopp's men are 25 points clear at the top and need just two wins to secure their first Premier League title, but no more fixtures will be played until at least early April due to the coronavirus pandemic.
As a result of the prolonged break, no collections for FSF – a charity set up to support the city's most vulnerable -– will take place at Anfield for the foreseeable future.
However, Liverpool announced on Saturday their players, along with the LFC Foundation, Red Neighbours and club staff, will step in by making a large donation to North Liverpool Foodbank.
Twenty-five per-cent of the charity's donations come from matchday collections and Liverpool will donate £10,000 per game for their four remaining home matches.
New foodbank collection points have also been set up at the club's stores around the city and an online fundraising page set up.
"We hope the collective backing of the club’s first-team players, LFC Foundation and Red Neighbours programmes, and staff, can help to alleviate concerns around the absence of the usual matchday collections," said LFC Foundation director Matt Parish.
"Our fans have consistently gone above and beyond in their backing for Fans Supporting Foodbanks in recent years and we would encourage anyone who is able to make a donation at any of our collection points or via the online fundraiser."
Liverpool's donation follows on from an open letter penned by Klopp to the club's supporters on Thursday, in which the former Borussia Dortmund coach told fans: "First and foremost, all of us have to do whatever we can to protect one another. In society I mean.
"This should be the case all the time in life, but in this moment I think it matters more than ever.
"I've said before that football always seems the most important of the least important things. Today, football and football matches really aren't important at all.
"If it's a choice between football and the good of the wider society, it's no contest. Really, it isn't.
"The message from the team to our supporters is only about your well-being. Put your health first. Don't take any risk. Think about the vulnerable in our society and act where possible with compassion for them."
The news was announced on Friday, in a message from Dalglish's family that said the 69-year-old is asymptomatic.
Scotland great Dalglish had been attending hospital on Wednesday for treatment on an infection when he was tested for COVID-19 and "unexpectedly" was shown to be carrying the virus.
Rush, who partnered Dalglish in Liverpool's attack in the 1980s and is Liverpool's record scorer, wrote on Instagram: "Wishing a speedy recovery to the best...Sir Kenny Dalglish. Get well soon #YNWA"
Gerrard captained Liverpool during Dalglish's second spell in charge at Anfield, which ended in May 2012, and the pair have a close relationship.
Now manager of Rangers, Gerrard wrote: "Get well soon king."
Liverpool's current goalkeeper Alisson sent his well wishes, writing: "Love from Becker family to Sir Kenny Dalglish!!"
Reds past and present, Robbie Keane and James Milner, both sent "Get well soon Sir Kenny" messages, echoed by former England striker Gary Lineker and the Scottish Football Association.
Celtic, the club where Dalglish began his playing career, said: "Sending our love and best wishes to @kennethdalglish following tonight's news. Get well soon, King Kenny."
Newcastle United and Blackburn, who he also managed, also rallied behind Dalglish.
Former Blackburn centre-back Colin Hendry, who helped Dalglish's team to the 1994-95 Premier League title, backed the Scot to return to full health.
Hendry wrote on Twitter: "To one of the biggest influences on my career...my boyhood idol .. my then manager.......King Kenny. Another match you'll win...I'm sure xx"
As with most sport across the planet, the English top flight is on hold amid the coronavirus pandemic, with no confirmed date for action to restart.
However, the idea of playing games behind closed doors, potentially at a selection of neutral venues, has been mooted.
The Reds are heavily in favour of concluding the 2019-20 campaign as Jurgen Klopp's side sit 25 points clear at the summit, needing just two wins to secure the club's first top-flight title in 30 years.
Mayor Joe Anderson, though, has a different view, saying in an interview with BBC Sport that a return to playing could see Liverpool fans crowd together outside Anfield even if games were played elsewhere. Such gatherings would be a clear breach of social distancing guidelines.
"A lot of people would come to celebrate so I think it's a non-starter," he said, adding: "I think it would be really difficult for the police to keep people apart and maintain social distancing if they were going to celebrate outside Anfield. It would be farcical."
Liverpool were quick to respond, releasing a statement on their official website on Thursday.
"As a club, we are aware of and disappointed by comments attributed to mayor Joe Anderson in a media interview which was published today," it read.
"As well as a lack of evidence to support such claims, we would also point to recent discussions with mayor Anderson relating to the possibility of any behind-closed-doors football, which concluded that it is important that key stakeholders across the city continue to engage and work collaboratively.
"In recent weeks, we have engaged with supporters' groups who have informed us of their determination to respect social distancing measures and, in the event of a resumption of football being announced, we would continue to work with them and other key stakeholders in keeping with our collective desire to achieve this crucial objective.
"As part of our ongoing operations, we are in regular contact with the mayor and his office and we hope these conversations can continue."
The Reds issued a statement provided by Dalglish's family, explaining the 69-year-old former Scotland international was in hospital regarding a different matter on Wednesday but was given a COVID-19 test.
"Sir Kenny was admitted to hospital on Wednesday, April 8, for treatment of an infection which required intravenous antibiotics," the statement read.
"In keeping with current procedures, he was subsequently tested for COVID-19 despite having previously displayed no symptoms of the illness. Unexpectedly, the test result was positive but he remains asymptomatic.
"Prior to his admission to hospital, Sir Kenny had chosen to voluntarily self-isolate for longer than the advised period together with his family. He would urge everyone to follow the relevant government and expert guidance in the days and weeks ahead.
"He would like to take this opportunity to thank the brilliant NHS staff, whose dedication, bravery and sacrifice should be the focus of the nation's attention at this extraordinary time.
"He would also ask that they are given the space to do their jobs during what is an extremely challenging time for them and that his own family's privacy is respected.
"He looks forward to being home soon. We will provide further updates as and when it is appropriate."
Dalglish is widely recognised as Liverpool's finest player. He joined the club from Celtic, where he had also enjoyed great success, in 1977, and went on to win six league titles as a player with the Reds, including one as player-manager in the 1985-86 double-winning season.
He also won three European Cups as a player with Liverpool, thriving under bosses Bob Paisley and Joe Fagan before taking the reins himself.
His first spell as manager ended in February 1991 and took in the Hillsborough disaster, when his leadership and his compassion towards the bereaved in the aftermath showed Dalglish at his best off the pitch.
Dalglish led Liverpool to their most recent English league title in the 1989-90 season, before managing Blackburn Rovers to Premier League glory in 1994-95.
He later took charge at Newcastle United, before a second spell as Liverpool manager followed, Dalglish in command at Anfield from January 2011 until May 2012.
The Reds announced of Friday they were following the likes of Tottenham and Newcastle United in taking advantage of the United Kingdom government's job retention scheme, meaning 80 per cent of some staff wages would be paid by the state.
But that move was widely slammed given the club had less than six weeks previously announced £42million pre-tax profits, with former Liverpool players Jamie Carragher, Danny Murphy and Dietmar Hamann among those to publicly lambast the decision.
Following the criticism, Liverpool have opted to seek alternative arrangements.
The campaign was brought to a halt last month when Liverpool led the way by 25 points, needing just two more wins to secure a first top-flight title in 30 years.
It has been suggested fixtures could be played behind closed doors, potentially at a selection of neutral venues, but mayor Joe Anderson fears a "farcical" situation in his own city.
"Even if it was behind closed doors, there'd be many thousands of people who would turn up outside Anfield," he told BBC Sport.
"There's not many people who would respect what we were saying and stay away from the ground, a lot of people would come to celebrate so I think it's a non-starter.
"Even [by using neutral venues], I guess that a lot of people would turn up outside Anfield to celebrate and I understand the police's concerns around that, so there's a real difficulty here for us.
"I think it would be really difficult for the police to keep people apart and maintain social distancing if they were going to celebrate outside Anfield. It would be farcical."
The city's first directly elected mayor believes the 2019-20 season should be declared over, with Liverpool crowned champions, though he pointed out there are more serious matters at hand.
"I think the best thing to do is to actually end the season," he added.
"It isn't just about Liverpool – they've clearly won the league – they deserve it, they should be crowned league champions.
"The bottom line is, though, this is about health and safety and people's lives and I think football should have to come second in regard to making a choice here."
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool had opened up a 25-point lead atop the table, winning 27 of 29 games, when the campaign was suspended last month.
It remains to be seen when, and if, the season will resume, leading to debate over what should happen if it cannot be completed.
Bosnich, who had two spells at United and also played for Chelsea and Aston Villa, believes Liverpool should be awarded a first league title since 1990.
"They should be awarded the title," he told Stats Perform.
"There may be, deep in the by-rules of the Premier League that says maybe they don't or whatever, but I think it's only fair and only right that they're awarded the title.
"Let's all be frank, they weren't going to be caught."
However, Bosnich feels the bigger issues could be elsewhere if the seasons cannot be finished due to COVID-19, which has killed more than 145,500 people worldwide.
The former Australia international said there would be questions around the Champions League, relegation zone and even the Championship.
"The problems we're going to have are not so much there. It will be the Champions League places and even more so the relegation zone. That is going to be a massive question that needs to be answered," Bosnich said.
"Even for the teams from the Championship – what about Leeds [United] and West Brom?
There is going to be an almighty ruckus if the season is void. We've already seen that three or four weeks ago when [West Ham chief executive] Karren Brady suggested it.
"If they turn around now and say, 'Liverpool, you are champions' the rest of the teams in the top four are going to say they want to be in the Champions League.
If you say its null and void, the teams in the relegation zone will want to say they're still in the Premier League next season.
"We could be in court for two next two years just about this season while the season's going on. It's one thing everyone has to bear in mind. You don't want to be in court for years and years and years about a season that, which by the time the court decision comes, is memory anyway.
"It's going to be a very difficult thing but they'll have every type of contingency ready."
Members of the workforce that are affected can claim 80 per cent of their wages – up to £2,500 a month – from the United Kingdom government, though Liverpool will top up any shortfall in their pay.
The Reds announced these measures on Saturday, with Tottenham, Newcastle United, Norwich City and Bournemouth all previously taking advantage of the government scheme.
Other clubs have been criticised for furloughing non-playing staff, with detractors suggesting clubs owned by wealthy individuals or companies should not be getting assistance from the British taxpayer to cover wage costs.
In Carragher's opinion, Liverpool's decision has seen them lose much of the respect Jurgen Klopp and players had earned the club for their behaviour and attitudes earlier in the crisis, with Jordan Henderson reportedly spearheading an attempt from Premier League players to raise funds for the National Health Service.
Writing on his official Twitter account, Carragher said: "Jurgen Klopp showed compassion for all at the start of this pandemic, senior players heavily involved in Premier League players taking wage cuts.
"Then all that respect and goodwill is lost, poor this @LFC."
The Premier League announced on Friday it will not resume action in early May as had previously been planned.
City's Premier League match against Arsenal, which was set to take place on Wednesday, was postponed as a precaution after it emerged personnel from the London club had come into contact with Olympiacos owner Evangelos Marinakis, who has tested positive for COVID-19.
Pep Guardiola's side are due to host Burnley this weekend before their keenly anticipated Champions League last-16 return leg at home to Real Madrid, with goals from Gabriel Jesus and Kevin De Bruyne at the Santiago Bernabeu establishing a 2-1 aggregate advantage.
Both matches remain scheduled to go ahead, although City are monitoring the situation closely and keeping abreast of government advice.
As part of these steps, fans will be entitled to claim a refund for any tickets purchased to attend matches at the Etihad Stadium, up to and including the day of the game.
This is an amendment to the club's usual policy, where supporters are only able to be refunded up to seven days before a match.
Wednesday's Champions League last-16 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund will follow Tuesday's Valencia versus Atalanta game in being staged behind closed doors, while Napoli's trip to Barcelona will also take place without supporters next week.
Atletico Madrid's game at Liverpool on Wednesday featured fans from both clubs, despite a spike in coronavirus cases in the Spanish capital that persuaded the regional government to close nurseries, schools and universities until March 23. On Tuesday, the number of known cases in the Madrid region had increased from 782 to 1,024.
According to the World Health Organisation, in Spain there have been 1,639 people diagnosed and 36 deaths, with six dead in the United Kingdom from 373 instances of coronavirus.
All matches in Europe's major leagues – along with a plethora of events across other sports – have been postponed indefinitely or cancelled as governments attempt to combat the spread of COVID-19.
In the absence of games, however, three clubs in particular got creative with their attempts to amuse their fans.
First, LaLiga side Leganes, in a bid to help keep people in their homes as Spain continues to be on lockdown, posted live updates of a fictitious match against Real Valladolid, who they were originally due to host this weekend.
Complete with a stoppage for a VAR check, match commentary and even a post-match news conference, the imaginary encounter finished 2-1 to Leganes, with Oscar Rodriguez and Guido Carrillo scoring for the home side and Enes Unal netting one for Valladolid.
"Thank you all for following and participating in the transmission of the Leganes v Real Valladolid," a final post read. "[We need a] lot of strength right now and we never lack a sense of humour."
Perhaps inspired by their Spanish counterparts, Southampton attempted to get Norwich City – their scheduled Premier League opponents – involved in an online game of noughts and crosses.
However, Norwich did not respond to Southampton's initial move, with the Saints posting at half-time: "In truth, only one team making any effort to play here, but we're still waiting for the first real breakthrough."
Manchester City volunteered to take over, though, and the game finished level, prompting Southampton to appeal to the Premier League for a point.
It remains to be seen when the leagues will be able to recommence in more traditional fashion or if the season will be able to be completed at all.
While UEFA's 55 member nations will meet via a video conference on Tuesday, with the status of the Champions League, Europa League and Euro 2020 up for discussion, the Premier League has called an emergency meeting for Thursday after suspending all matches until April 3.
Under "Project Restart", clubs in England's top flight are targeting a June 12 resumption following the hiatus brought about by the coronavirus pandemic, with some notable points of contention – including plans to stage the behind-closed-doors matches at neutral venues – still to be ironed out.
Premier League squads began training again in small groups this week, although six positive COVID-19 tests across three clubs came back. Burnley assistant manager Ian Woan and Watford defender Adrian Mariappa were later confirmed to have tested positive by their clubs, although both men are asymptomatic.
Despite those setbacks and Premier League chief executive Richard Masters saying the proposed June date could be pushed back, Woodward gave a positive outlook on United's latest investors' call, while similarly suggesting UEFA's plans to conclude the Champions League and Europa League during August are on track.
"While it is too soon to know with any certainty if, or when, these [social distancing] measures can fully be relaxed, we are optimistic that it will soon be possible to resume playing football," Woodward said.
"Our men's first team has begun a phased return to training this week, with rigorous medical protocols in place to manage risks.
"Subject to government and Premier League shareholder approval, including input from medical staff and players, we anticipate domestic games could restart again in June.
"All indications from UEFA are that the culmination of the Europa League could be during August.
"We remain in constant dialogue with the Premier League, the FA and UEFA about the next steps towards returning to play, while continuing to protect the health of our players, staff and the wider public."
The Bundesliga became the first of Europe's major divisions to return to action last weekend and Woodward also noted Spanish and Italian top-flight teams returning to action as positive developments.
"While no one in the football industry enjoys seeing football without fans in the stadiums, the TV audiences attracted to the German matches demonstrates the strong pent-up demand for live football after a two-month absence," he added.
"Players have also returned to training in Spain, Italy, Portugal and several other European countries, all with the aim of completing the 2019-20 season, so there is clear momentum behind efforts to get football going again across Europe's major leagues. All in all, as many as 32 countries are expected to restart domestic leagues by the end of June.
"As in Germany and elsewhere, it is now inevitable that our matches will initially be played behind closed doors when the season resumes. This is as disappointing for us as it is for our fans, but we hope it will allow the men's first team to complete all of its competitions in the 2019-20 season by the end of August, and to start next season in time to target completion of next season still in May 2021."
United's net debt has risen to £429.1million after a 42 per cent year-on-year increase, while they recorded an operating loss of £3.3m in part due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
No domestic football in England will be played until April 30 at the earliest, as the country – and world – continues its attempts to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
There have been over 230,000 confirmed cases worldwide, with the death toll close to 10,000 and football across Europe has been put on hold, with Euro 2020 having been postponed.
Leagues across the continent have vowed to attempt to finish their respective campaigns before June 30, though it remains to be seen when matches will be able to resume.
In the meantime, United have confirmed all of their casual workers will be paid as if matches were continuing as normal.
"United will pay all its loyal matchday and non-matchday casual workers, should Premier League games be cancelled or played behind closed doors for the remainder of this season," the club said in a statement issued on their official website.
"This goodwill gesture reflects the club's desire to reduce the financial uncertainty facing its casual workforce, and is in recognition of the crucial role they play in delivering services to supporters."
There are four Premier League games set to be played at Old Trafford before the end of 2019-20.
Ed Woodward, United's executive vice-chairman, said: "We rely on our outstanding staff to deliver an exceptional service and experience to fans at Old Trafford.
"We understand that these are unprecedented circumstances and want to give them security whatever may happen regarding our remaining fixtures this season.
"We look forward to welcoming back all our supporters – and our colleagues – to Old Trafford as soon as possible."
The Premier League club's foundation have delivered protective equipment, other medical supplies and over 3,500 United gifts to staff at NHS Foundation Trusts in Salford and Manchester.
United also said they would be willing to allow the NHS to use Old Trafford's facilities and 16 vehicles belonging to their foundation, while 30,000 items of food and drink stored at the stadium have been sent to food banks, hospitals and charities.
Former United manager Alex Ferguson, who had emergency surgery after suffering a brain haemorrhage two years ago, expressed his appreciation for the health service.
"I'm delighted we are now recognising the importance of our NHS - as I experienced two years ago after they saved my life," Ferguson said on United's official website.
"The response to this pandemic has been magnificent and has made me proud of the way the club and the British people have rallied round to help. Well done."
Those words were echoed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, one of Ferguson's successors and the current incumbent of the United job.
"The NHS staff and the volunteers fighting the virus are putting themselves at risk to keep everybody safe and doing a truly amazing job," Solskjaer added.
"They deserve thanks and praise from everybody for their work and their efforts every single day."
On Wednesday, Premier League players announced the creation of a fund to help health services, with United captain Harry Maguire coordinating the effort from Solskjaer's squad.
"On behalf of all the players, our thoughts are with all those that have been affected by this terrible virus," the England international said.
"It has been heart-warming to see the nation come together to show their appreciation to the NHS and other critical workers."
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side have not been in action since March 12 due to the continued spread of COVID-19 and will not play again until April 30 at the earliest.
United still have four Premier League games to be played at Old Trafford this term, plus any additional cup ties, but there are fears the 2019-20 campaign will not be completed.
However, United have reassured fans they will not be left out of pocket if games do not go ahead as planned, potentially seeing them pay out millions of pounds in refunds.
"The club fully supports the collective intent to complete the Premier League, Emirates FA Cup and the UEFA club competitions," a statement read on the club's official website.
"However, if it were decided that games cannot be played, or needed to be played behind closed doors, Manchester United confirms it will offer season ticket holders either a pro-rata rebate against their season tickets for next year, or a pro-rata cash refund based on the number of games still to be played.
"This rebate or a refund will also apply to supporters who have paid in advance for general admission tickets or Matchday VIP packages for the games that could be impacted this season. A rebate will also be offered to seasonal Executive Club members.
"If postponed matches are played as normal, all tickets will remain valid.
"Once there is more certainty around the fixture schedule, the club will directly contact all fans who are impacted to provide further information on how any rebates, cash refunds and renewals will be administered."
The ongoing uncertainty over the remainder of this season will have a knock-on effect for next term, with United also agreeing to suspend the date for season ticket renewals.
"The Season Ticket renewal deadline, initially 1 May, has been suspended," the statement continued. "This will be continuously reviewed and a new deadline will be put in place once there is confirmation of the start date of the 2020-21 season.
"The club commits to giving as much notice of the revised renewal deadline as possible given the evolving situation."
Meanwhile, United last week pledged to support their casual workers even if the Premier League season is cancelled or matches are played without fans in attendance.
They have also joined forces with rivals Manchester City to donate £100,000 to food banks in the city to help relieve the strain on resources during the coronavirus pandemic.
United's executive vice-chairman said recently that speculation around big-money transfers were ignoring reality due to the financial hit clubs would take because of COVID-19.
The Premier League giants have been linked with moves for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho and Tottenham forward Harry Kane among others.
But Woodward said United wanted to back manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the market.
"It's always a top priority for us to strengthen the team and build on what Ole is very clearly achieving in terms of bringing us back to the top, but we've got to have clarity on what the future holds," he told a fans' forum.
"Clearly, it's true we are fortunate to be in a strong financial position compared to many clubs, but we are not immune from the financial impact of what this virus is doing.
"I would say that once we have that visibility of a path through the crisis and coming out of the other side to relative normality, then, of course, we aim to remain highly competitive in the market.
"As I said before and I've said this many times – we remain committed to backing Ole to win trophies. That's our core objective as a club."
United were fifth in the Premier League and still alive in the Europa League and FA Cup when this season was suspended last month.
Woodward said he expected games to be behind closed doors when, and if, the season resumes.
"I think we all agree that we want supporters back watching football at Old Trafford as soon as possible, but that can only happen when we are advised it is safe to do so and, clearly, the government has a major say in that," he said.
"No decisions have been made yet but we think it is possible that the initial games, particularly the ones related to finishing or trying to complete this season, will probably have to be played behind closed doors. But that is not confirmed yet.
"We're not necessarily happy about that. Clearly, football requires our fans in the stadium for it to be complete, but public health must come first and, as I said, this is down to the government."
A number of Liverpool's non-playing staff were suspended on furlough, it was announced on Saturday, leaving them free to claim 80 per cent of their wages from the United Kingdom government while the club tops up any shortfall in their pay.
Tottenham, Newcastle United, Norwich City and Bournemouth took similar action by utilising the government's furlough scheme, prompting widespread criticism of wealthy clubs opting to put further strain on public funds.
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy was among those to slam the quintet, describing their actions as "grotesque".
City took a divergent move on Sunday, with a club spokesperson saying in a statement: "We can confirm, following a decision by the chairman and board last week, that Manchester City will not be utilising the UK Government's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (government funded furloughing).
"We remain determined to protect our people, their jobs and our business, whilst at the same time doing what we can to support our wider community at this most challenging time for everybody."
City are second in the Premier League table, 25 points behind Liverpool, and the league announced on Friday that play will not resume in early May as had been planned.
Premier League clubs met on Friday to discuss the prospects for completing the season, and the possibility of players taking a 30 per cent wage reduction was also discussed.
