A fresh debate has emerged among Manchester United, fans following the impressive start of Senne Lammen who joined United from Royal Antwerp F.C. on September 1, 2025, as a deadline-day signing.
The 23-year-old Belgian goalkeeper signed a five-year contract in a deal reportedly worth £18.1 million plus add-ons, a relatively modest fee by modern Premier League standards.
Softfootball gathered, Since his arrival, many supporters believe he has brought renewed confidence and composure to United’s defence. His performances have quickly drawn comparisons with former first-choice keeper Andre Onana.
Onana, who joined United in 2023 for an initial £43.8 million, endured a mixed spell at Old Trafford. Over two seasons, he was credited with 10 errors leading directly to goals, a statistic often used by fans in ongoing debates. Comparisons have even been made with club legend David de Gea, who recorded 17 such errors across a 12-year period at the club.
Despite winning the Premier League Save of the Month award three times during the 2024/25 season, Onana struggled to convince sections of the fanbase as he later joined Trabzonspor on a season-long loan in September 2025.
Supporters argue that Lammens’ presence has restored calmness at the back, improving communication and defensive organisation. Considering the significant price difference between the two signings, the debate over value for money has intensified.
While it is still early days for Lammens, his early performances have sparked optimism that United may have finally found long-term stability between the posts, something the club has been searching for since the peak years of De Gea.
