MANCHESTER — Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has been officially named the Premier League’s "Transfer of the Season" for the 2025/26 campaign. The Belgian shot-stopper, who joined the Red Devils from Royal Antwerp on last summer's transfer deadline day, secured the prestigious fan-voted accolade following an outstanding debut year at Old Trafford.
A Transformative Debut Campaign
Lammens’ impact was pivotal in Manchester United’s turnaround this season. After a rocky start that saw a mid-season managerial change, the 23-year-old provided the stability required for the team to climb the table and secure a third-place finish—their highest league position in three years—and a return to UEFA Champions League football.
Key Season Statistics:
• Appearances: 32 Premier League matches.
• Undefeated: Kept clean sheets or avoided defeat in 28 of those 32 appearances (W18, D10, L4).
• Defensive Impact: Recorded 79 saves and kept 8 clean sheets.
• Efficiency: Posted a league-leading +6.39 goals prevented metric, proving to be one of the most reliable shot-stoppers in the division.
Overcoming the Odds
Lammens faced significant skepticism upon his arrival, with many fans and pundits questioning the club's decision to sign a relatively unknown goalkeeper rather than pursuing more established international targets.However, he quickly proved his worth, earning praise for his composure, commanding presence, and ability to perform in high-pressure environments, such as United's 2-0 derby victory over Manchester City.
The Award Race
Lammens beat out a competitive shortlist of top-tier talent to win the fan-led poll, including:
• Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal)
• Rayan Cherki (Manchester City)
• Joao Pedro (Chelsea)
• Granit Xhaka (Sunderland)
• Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Leeds United)
• Adrien Truffert (AFC Bournemouth)
• Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City)
The award serves as a capstone to a breakout season for Lammens, who also earned his senior international debut for Belgium in November 2025 and is now set to represent his country at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
