Senne Lammens Set for Manchester United Move After Old Trafford Visit

Senne Lammens visited Old Trafford as he prepares to join Manchester United, marking a key step in his career.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The 23-year-old Belgian goalkeeper traveled to Manchester with his agent and finalized a move from Royal Antwerp, with United paying around €21 million plus extras. He signed until June 2030 and will wear number 31. Even though Lammens has only played one full season in Belgium’s top league, United see him as a player with significant potential. The signing does not necessarily mean André Onana or Altay Bayındır will leave, but it adds more competition among goalkeepers. Lammens said joining Manchester United is the “biggest moment” of his life and is looking forward to starting his journey at Old Trafford.

WHY UNITED CHOSE LAMMENS

Despite his limited experience—Lammens has no senior Belgian caps and little European game time—United’s staff believe he has the athletic profile and technical skills to succeed. The club is looking for fresh energy in the squad after mixed results this season. United are currently ninth in the Premier League, five points behind the leaders Liverpool and one ahead of Manchester City. The team’s performances have been inconsistent, and manager Ruben Amorim is under pressure to find solutions, especially after losing Antony and Rasmus Hojlund on transfer deadline day. Lammens’s arrival is seen as a smart, long-term move, providing depth and future promise in a key position. In the previous season, Lammens kept 12 clean sheets in over 50 appearances for Royal Antwerp, demonstrating his potential despite his young age.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR UNITED AND LAMMENS?

Manchester United’s next match is against Manchester City in the Premier League. Man City is behind United by one point, after suffering back to back losses in the Premier League. United will want to close the gap on the teams above while protecting their slim lead from those below. It remains to be seen if or when Lammens will get his debut, especially with Onana returning from injury and Bayindir still in the squad. Fans will be watching closely to see how the club integrates its new signing and if he can make an immediate impact during a crucial part of the season.