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Senne Lammens crowned best Premier League signing as Manchester United’s redemption story unfolds

By sahel-express / June 1, 2026
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Senne Lammens crowned best Premier League signing as Manchester United’s redemption story unfolds

The 23-year-old goalkeeper has been celebrated for his remarkable impact at Old Trafford this season.

  • June 1, 2026
Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens in action during a Premier League match

Senne Lammens has been honored for his outstanding debut season at Manchester United. The Belgian goalkeeper was named the Premier League’s best signing of the season, a testament to his rapid adaptation and consistent performances at Old Trafford.

The 23-year-old arrived from Antwerp last summer for €21 million, quickly earning his place in Erik ten Hag’s starting XI. Since his first appearance in October against Sunderland, Lammens has been an ever-present figure in the Red Devils’ lineup. His debut campaign saw him feature in 37 matches, keeping eight clean sheets while conceding 45 goals.

Among his fellow nominees for the award were João Pedro (Chelsea), Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Rayan Cherki (Manchester City), Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth), Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal), Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City), and Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Leeds).

Praise from football legends

Lammens has been widely praised for his composure and reliability between the posts, becoming a symbol of Manchester United’s resurgence. The club secured a third-place finish in the Premier League this season, with the Belgian goalkeeper playing a pivotal role in their defensive solidity.

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand recently lauded Lammens’ potential, stating: “He has been superb and he is young. What I love about him is his youth—he will continue to gain experience and improve. I believe he is destined to remain at Old Trafford for the next decade and become the club’s long-term number one.”

Looking ahead to the future

While Senne Lammens prepares for his first World Cup this summer, his future with the Belgian national team appears secure. Though he will initially serve as Thibaut Courtois’ backup, the door is wide open for him to establish himself as the Red Devils’ first-choice goalkeeper in the years to come.

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