Senne Lammens has admitted he has endured “a difficult few weeks” at Manchester United, where the club’s slide into the Premier League relegation zone has coincided with a change of manager.
The goalkeeper has faced criticism in recent matches as the Red Devils have taken just one win in 11 games. That run led to Michael Carrick being sacked on Thursday, with Mauricio Pochettino announced as his replacement on Friday.
Difficult spell between the posts
Lammens, who has started all but one game for United this season, has kept only one clean sheet in 14 appearances, conceding 27 goals across all competitions. The 24-year-old, who joined last summer from Antwerp to replace Andre Onana, left for international duty with Belgium after the dramatic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa.
Speaking to Het Nieuwsblad, Lammens said it was a relief to step away from Old Trafford for a moment.
“I’m trying to stay stoic,” he said. “I avoid everything that is said and written as much as possible, but that’s not always possible because of the situation at United. It’s been a difficult few weeks, I’m not gonna lie.”
Reaction to Carrick’s departure
Lammens also spoke about his relationship with the sacked manager, describing it as “good” and explaining how the former midfielder’s exit had affected him.
“I’m going to send Michael Carrick another message,” he continued. “I had a good relationship with him and such a coach’s dismissal hits hard.”
When Lammens and his team-mates return to club action next weekend, Pochettino will be in position, leading his new side at Anfield, where they face fierce rivals Liverpool.
