Manchester United’s Goalkeeper Transfer Talks
Manchester United has initiated discussions with Royal Antwerp regarding a potential transfer for goalkeeper Senne Lammens, as confirmed by sources to ESPN. Although United intends to retain their primary goalkeeper, André Onana, their interest in the former Belgium under-21 player suggests a desire to strengthen their goalkeeping options. Lammens is reportedly valued at around €20 million (approximately $23.4 million) by Antwerp.
Implications for Current Goalkeepers
Should the 23-year-old Lammens finalize a move to Old Trafford, it might put the future of Altay Bayindir in jeopardy. Bayindir, currently serving as Onana’s backup, came under scrutiny after making a crucial error that led to Arsenal’s winning goal during United’s recent loss to the Gunners on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
Onana’s Return and Transfer Speculations
Onana, who missed the preseason due to a hamstring injury, is cleared to return to action against Fulham this Sunday at Craven Cottage. While United is confident that the Cameroon international will stay with the club beyond the transfer deadline, reports suggest that there is no current interest in signing Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain, who is deemed surplus to their needs.
Furthermore, Donnarumma has also been linked to Manchester City amid speculation regarding Ederson’s potential move to Galatasaray, as the Turkish club targets a new goalkeeper before the transfer window closes, focusing on options including Ederson, Diogo Costa, and Yann Sommer.
