Manchester United legend Roy Keane has not held back on his thoughts on the club’s current situation, saying that the squad should take some accountability for the performances on the pitch.

United go into the Premier League clash against Liverpool at Anfield as underdogs, having lost their last four games in all competitions. The team were criticised for their performance, particularly in the first half in the 2-0 defeat against Newcastle, where they were outplayed by their opponents.

Going into the game against the league leaders, United sit in 14th place in the table. There is even some talk of the team being dragged into the relegation battle if results and performances don’t improve.

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Speaking on Sky Sports ahead of the game, Keane has said that he’s expecting more misery. He also offered a strong verdict on the players in the squad.

“I think there could be more to come, especially when you are looking at what they are facing today,” he said on Sky Sports. “When you look at that, the stats (United's results under Amorim)...my goodness, they are so bad.

“Obviously the new manager has come in, there's been literally no reaction from the players which is a big concern. You look at the evidence over the last month or two, even previously, then you are asking yourself 'how can Man United come to Liverpool today and get a result'?

“Morale, confidence must be really low obviously, they are not scoring goals.Set-pieces, not great at defending. They don't look like a great group.

“They haven't got that goalscorer...you look at any top team - we sit around here most weeks and go 'Man United are a world class club'. They've got no world class players, they haven't even got a striker today you think can get you out of jail.You look at the goalkeeper, he's not great.

“The evidence suggests it's going to be tough going for United, and the players have to be held accountable.

“You talk about the system, the ownership...the usual stuff. But the players, every time I look at United you want United to have quality, pace, belief, and whatever. I just want a bit of passion from United, a bit of passion in their performances.

“You ask about can you show us some enthusiasim, some energy. You are not even seeing that from this group of players.

“It's absolutely disgraceful what they are doing week in and week out, the results they are turning up. The excuses after the match, they are blaming everyone.

“Have a good look at yourself, turn up today. They are lacking real quality but please show some passion.”

Following the game against Liverpool, United are back in action next Sunday when they take on Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup. Ruben Amorim’s side then return to Premier League action the following Thursday when they host bottom-of-the-table Southampton at Old Trafford.