Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana could be approaching a decisive juncture in his Old Trafford career as the club intensifies efforts to sign Royal Antwerp’s highly rated shot-stopper, Senne Lammens.
According to club sources, United have received the green light to move for the Belgian goalkeeper, who has been monitored closely since the start of the transfer window. The expectation is that Lammens will be brought in to compete with Onana for the No.1 spot rather than serve as an outright replacement. However, the situation could quickly shift depending on manager Ruben Amorim’s selection choices this weekend.
If Altay Bayindir is chosen ahead of Onana when United travel to face Fulham at Craven Cottage, insiders believe it would send a strong message that the Cameroonian’s position is under direct threat, potentially paving the way for his exit before the window closes.
🚨 Understand Manchester United are still working on deal to sign Senne Lammens, talks underway.
Personal terms are almost agreed and Man United are in active talks for the Belgian goalkeeper.#MUFC try to anticipate more clubs from France and Italy, also based on exits. pic.twitter.com/74HHSAGXd8
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 22, 2025
Stalled Rebuild and Transfer Frustrations
The uncertainty surrounding United’s goalkeeping department comes against the backdrop of a stuttering summer rebuild. Early progress—marked by the arrival of Matheus Cunha and the capture of Benjamin Šeško—has since lost momentum. United’s focus had shifted towards midfield reinforcements, but efforts to secure a key anchor have been repeatedly frustrated.
Carlos Baleba, the player Amorim was keen to build his midfield around, proved unattainable after Brighton firmly refused to negotiate. Alternatives have been no easier: Adam Wharton is considered untouchable by Crystal Palace, while Sporting’s Morten Hjulmand is only available for his full release clause fee. Even reported interest in Stuttgart’s Angelo Stiller has been met with scepticism internally.
Transfer Logjam Stifling Progress
Perhaps more damaging is United’s inability to offload players. Key attacking figures, including Antony, Jadon Sancho, Rasmus Højlund and Alejandro Garnacho, were placed on the transfer list earlier in the window, yet none have departed. The lack of outgoing deals has effectively frozen reinvestment opportunities, leaving Amorim to work with an unbalanced squad.
The Portuguese coach is understood to be eager for a reunion with Hjulmand, with whom he worked successfully at Sporting Lisbon, but recruitment chiefs have been instructed to hold back unless a late opening emerges. Without such a breakthrough, United’s midfield options are likely to remain unchanged.
Pressure Mounting Ahead of Fulham Clash
For supporters, the potential acquisition of Lammens may offer little consolation. Disappointment continues to linger around both Onana and Bayindir, with neither establishing consistent authority in goal.
Sunday’s Premier League clash against Fulham could therefore prove telling. Should Onana find himself benched, it would underline the severity of his situation and suggest that United’s hierarchy are preparing for a significant shake-up between the posts.
With the transfer window entering its final stretch, indecision across multiple departments is threatening to define United’s season before it has even properly begun.
Source – My News Ghana
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