Senne Lammens set for Manchester United move: What it means for the Red Devils

Manchester United are edging closer to securing the signing of Belgian international goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that a deal is now in the advanced stages.

United’s goalkeeping department has been a source of concern despite the presence of André Onana, Altay Bayındır, and veteran Tom Heaton. Onana endured a mixed debut season, producing fine saves but also committing costly errors, while Bayındır’s flashes of quality were overshadowed by moments that underlined his inexperience.

With defensive instability already exposing United’s keepers, Erik ten Hag is keen to bring in a more dependable option — and Lammens has emerged as the standout candidate.

Lammens’ Rise in Belgium

The 23-year-old was outstanding in the Belgian Pro League last season, finishing with the highest save count in the division and boasting an impressive 78% save rate. Most telling was his goals prevented tally, where he denied more than 15 goals above expectation — a staggering figure compared to Onana’s 0.53, as per FotMob.

Standing at 6ft 3in, Lammens has built a reputation as a commanding presence, both agile and authoritative inside his box. His profile matches the type of long-term solution United have been searching for.

The Deal Structure

According to Romano, personal terms are already agreed, with Lammens eager to make the move to Old Trafford. United are pushing to finalise a fee believed to be around £17m plus add-ons, though Antwerp are holding out for closer to £21m.

A Potential De Gea-Type Evolution

While the Premier League poses a greater challenge, Lammens’ attributes suggest he has the tools to adapt. Much like David de Gea’s early development at United, the Belgian has the potential to grow into one of Europe’s top keepers.

For a club desperate to solidify its foundations, Lammens could be the fresh start United’s defence has been crying out for.