Sir Alex Ferguson has heaped praise on Manchester United’s new signing, Senne Lammens
Manchester United enter this phase of the season with a fresh sense of confidence as former manager Sir Alex Ferguson speaks warmly about new goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and his remarks give weight to the goalkeeper’s early impact.
A Metro report notes that Ferguson appreciates the club’s decision to sign the Belgian, and his comments show how quickly Lammens has settled after arriving from Royal Antwerp for £18 million.
Although United initially chased Emiliano Martínez, they switched to Lammens once that plan collapsed, and the move surprised some because the 23-year-old had played only 52 league matches in Belgium.
Even so, his first weeks at Old Trafford have impressed many observers, and he has produced confident displays that strengthen Amorim’s options. Moreover, Ferguson felt that the young goalkeeper had shown calm judgement and clear presence, and he suggested these qualities give United a reliable base during a period in which the squad continues to adapt.
Meanwhile, United supporters have noticed how Lammens reads situations cleanly, and this trait has helped the side during a stretch in which they needed consistency. Furthermore, Ferguson pointed out the contributions of Mbeumo and Cunha, noting that their arrival has lifted the attack. He hoped that Amorim would enjoy further progress, and he argued that repeated wins must remain a standard for a club of this size.
“Well, they are, the signs… the manager has had some good signs. Particularly the goalkeeper has been outstanding, he’s only played three or four games and he’s looking really good.
“Of course, Mbeumo and Cunha, the new players from Wolves and Brentford, they’ve added to it. I hope the manager gets a bit of success because at United, you need to have success. The signs are getting better.
“I think back-to-back wins is something teams like United should always expect. But having gone through a cycle where the improvement has to come by waiting and being patient, they are enjoying it now.”
Meanwhile, reports reveal that Manchester United are ready to spend €120m on both Karim Adeyemi and Angelo Stiller, while Liverpool, Manchester City, and Tottenham are ahead of Manchester United in the race for Antoine Semenyo.
How has the Belgian shot-stopper changed the team so far?
Manchester United have looked confident with Senne Lammens in goal, and his influence grows clearer with each match. His inch-perfect work behind the defence has given the side a structure they lacked, and the back line now holds its shape with greater belief.
In United’s win at Anfield, the 23-year-old showed how his long passes could break Liverpool’s pressure and shift the play into areas where United could collect second balls and build attacks with intent.
The Belgian’s short passing from behind has helped the team escape tight spaces without creating unnecessary risk, and his clearer passing choices have given the defenders a sense of trust that had faded in recent seasons.
Lammens’ command of set pieces has reduced panic during dead-ball situations, and his shot-stopping abilities have kept United in contests they might have lost earlier in the year. Lammens has definitely become the firm base the squad needed, and his influence will grow as confidence builds around him.