Benjamin Sesko has only had a short period to work with Senne Lammens, but the new Manchester United goalkeeper has quickly made a good impression on his teammates.
Manchester United made five signings in the summer as Ruben Amorim looked to strengthen the attacking department and other areas. To the annoyance of some, United overlooked the midfield, but they are expected to address that in 2026.
Bryan Mbeumo has scored three goals since his transfer from Brentford. His most recent goal came in United’s 2-1 win over Liverpool at Anfield, which was the same game Matheus Cunha stood out in despite not registering any goal contributions.
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Other players adapting to their new surroundings include Benjamin Sesko, Senne Lammens and Diego Leon. The only new signing yet to appear in United’s first team is Leon, although the 18-year-old made his senior Paraguay debut during the October international break.
These players are still getting to know their new teammates and how to play in Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system, but they’ll have already struck friendships with the good as well as impressions from their performances in games or training.
Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty ImagesBenjamin Sesko impressed by Senne Lammens
Lammens was slowly introduced to the team after his transfer from Royal Antwerp, as Altay Bayindir initially kept his place. That has changed after the last two games, which resulted in United’s first clean sheet of the season.
The eagerly awaited debut came for Lammens in United’s 2-0 win over Sunderland and he was part of the team that won at Anfield last weekend.
Lammens is now expected to keep his place in the team when United host Brighton at Old Trafford.
However, it’s early days for every new United signing, and they are all trying to prove themselves with consistency. Lammens will soon learn that it is a requirement at the highest level, but he is still developing as a 23-year-old.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Sesko was asked to describe some of his new teammates with one word, before labelling Lammens a ‘wall’.
Lammens’ big physique makes it a fitting description.
“The ball just hits him,” Sesko said.
“He is great in training as well. I’m really happy for him, especially for those first two games because that first impression is really important. I wish him the best for every single game.”
Simon Mignolet hails Senne Lammens
Former Liverpool goalkeeper saw Lammens come through the ranks at Club Brugge, but he has been full of praise for his countryman since his move to Old Trafford.
Mignolet believes Lammens has the qualities to succeed in the Premier League and acknowledges the calm presence he brings to the defence, which is a world away from what United fans are used to seeing when Andre Onana was between the sticks for the previous two seasons.
“He has the build and the qualities to succeed in England,” Mignolet said, as quoted by Voetbal Primeur.
“He’s big, explosive, and strong on high balls. And he can save balls that other goalkeepers can’t.
“With his shot-stopping, he can score points for United. He’s steady in his head and handles pressure well. He has the ability to bounce back after a mistake and stay calm.”