Manchester United are moving fast to secure the signature of highly-rated Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp a deal that signals the start of a major goalkeeping shake-up at Old Trafford.
At just 23, Lammens has been on United’s radar for months, and reports suggest personal terms are nearly wrapped up. With interest coming from clubs in France and Italy, United are keen to get the deal across the line quickly. Antwerp are said to be holding firm at around €20m (£17m), a fee United see as fair value for one of Europe’s brightest young keepers.
This move couldn’t come at a better time. The Reds’ Premier League opener against Arsenal ended in disappointment, with Altay Bayindir’s costly mistake only highlighting what many fans already feel — the need for stability between the posts. Andre Onana, currently sidelined with a hamstring issue, has faced plenty of criticism since his arrival, leaving new boss Rúben Amorim eager to strengthen the position as part of his Old Trafford rebuild.
Transfer Update: United Moving Smart
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed talks are “progressing well” with Lammens, while Sky Sports and TEAMtalk report that United have been monitoring him closely since January. The plan? To bring in a goalkeeper who can not only compete with Onana but potentially grow into the club’s long-term No.1.
Inter Milan are also circling, so Amorim and the United board are working quickly to close the deal before the transfer deadline.
Who is Senne Lammens?
Age: 23
Height: 6’4”
Club: Royal Antwerp (joined 2023 from Club Brugge)
Clean Sheets Last Season: 10
Lammens has already been tipped as a possible successor to Thibaut Courtois for Belgium. Known for his commanding presence and strong shot-stopping, he thrives under pressure though his distribution is still developing. Importantly, he has the physique and mentality that fit the Premier League’s demands.
And yes, he’s already spoken of his admiration for United, once calling them “one of the best clubs” and saying it would be hard to reject the chance to wear the badge.
Why This Matters for United Fans
This isn’t just about signing another goalkeeper it’s about Amorim’s vision. After bringing in exciting names like Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Diego Leon, and Benjamin Sesko, the manager is clearly blending youth with proven talent to create a squad built for the future.
Spending £17m on Lammens looks like a bargain compared to chasing big names like Emiliano Martinez or Gianluigi Donnarumma, leaving space in the budget to strengthen midfield with links to players like Carlos Baleba heating up.
For fans, it means we could finally see a keeper who grows with the team, offering consistency and belief at the back something that’s been missing since the peak David De Gea years.
If the deal gets done, Senne Lammens could be the foundation of United’s next era. A hungry, ambitious young keeper with the talent to rise to the top — and at Old Trafford, he would have the perfect stage to prove it.
United fans worldwide should keep their eyes on this one because this might just be the signing that stabilizes thier defense and brings back the confidence needed to fight for titles. Sadly, that was the same statement that was made by some fans before the signing of Onana but alas, a football fan can only dream as the the season continues to unfold.
