Former England captain Steph Houghton says Manchester United are currently a "tough watch" and believes the team are struggling to create chances.

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club, Houghton said United look "flat" and suggested players are afraid to take risks.

"Usually their go-to is Bruno Fernandes, he's the one that makes them take risks, he can create a chance out of nothing," she said.

"When he isn't playing his best, it feels like United aren't creating anything without him."

Houghton also raised concerns over the lack of trust in striker Benjamin Sesko and outlined Lisandro Martinez's recent interview was "quite damning".

Chris Sutton also questioned how long United should persist with Michael Carrick if their poor run continues.

"I don't think that he should be sacked now, I think he proved himself last season," Sutton said.

However, he criticised United's lack of a defined style, adding: "They don't really control games, they're just quite an average team. I just can't see a way out for them."