DC United striker Wayne Rooney says it's time for Manchester United players to take responsibility for their inconsistent form.

United find themselves in eighth place in the Premier League after Sunday's 2-1 win over Everton.

Rooney told BBC Sport: "Obviously they are going through a difficult period at the minute, but Jose Mourinho is very experienced and I think some players have to do a little bit better.

"Hopefully they can turn their form around, win a few more games and keep the pressure on the top of the table and get back up there, which is where we all want to see them.

"In my experience, I have never seen or heard of a player not wanting to play in the game because they have had a falling out with the manager."

Rooney added: 'I don't think as a player you could do that, you've got to respect the club and the fans and also respect your team-mates.

"I don't think any player, certainly at Manchester United, will be not playing for Jose, I'm sure they're all working hard behind the scenes to get results."