Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has garnered praise from club icon Sir Alex Ferguson following a series of commendable performances. The 23-year-old was acquired from Belgian side Royal Antwerp for approximately £18 million during the last summer transfer window. Since his arrival, Lammens has quickly established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper under manager Ruben Amorim, starting in each of the past five matches.
During this stretch, he has helped secure three victories, including a notable 2-0 win over Sunderland, although he has managed just one clean sheet. This improvement has propelled Manchester United to seventh place in the Premier League, just one point shy of the top four. After a dismal finish last season that saw the team miss out on European competition, reclaiming a spot near the top of the table is critical for Amorim’s squad this year.
Ferguson, who enjoyed a legendary tenure at Manchester United, offered his insights in an interview with Raceday RTV. He expressed optimism regarding the team’s progress, particularly highlighting Lammens’ contributions. “There are signs, the manager has had some good signs,” Ferguson stated. “Particularly the goalkeeper – he’s been outstanding. He’s only played three or four games and he’s looking really good.”
In addition to Lammens, Ferguson noted the impact of new signings Bryan Mbuemo and Matheus Cunha, who have joined from Brentford and Wolves, respectively. He emphasized the importance of success at United, stating, “I hope the manager gets a bit of success because at United you need to have success – and the signs are getting better.” He further remarked that back-to-back wins are what teams like United should consistently strive for.
The goalkeeper position has been a challenge for Manchester United in recent years, particularly following the departure of David de Gea in the summer of 2023. Andre Onana was signed as his replacement for a hefty £47 million from Inter Milan. While Onana had moments of promise, he ultimately failed to solidify his role as the long-term solution. Amorim then turned to Altay Bayindir at the beginning of this season, but Bayindir also struggled to impress, prompting the club to seek further options in the transfer market.
Lammens has emerged as a promising addition, showing the capability to make the position his own early in his time at the club. Following the international break, Manchester United faces a critical stretch of fixtures leading up to Christmas, with matches scheduled against Everton, Crystal Palace, West Ham, Wolves, Bournemouth, and Aston Villa. Prioritizing a rise in the Premier League standings and a return to European competition will be vital for Amorim and his team in the coming weeks.
As Manchester United continues to navigate this pivotal season, the support and insights from figures like Ferguson serve to inspire both players and fans alike. The club’s commitment to improving its standing reflects the aspirations shared by its supporters as they look forward to more success on the pitch.
