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Van der Sar Praises Lammens, Surprised by Onana Exit

Published 24 February 2026

Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar has commended the club's current goalkeeper Senne Lammens for his commanding display in a recent Premier League victory, while expressing surprise at the departure of predecessor Andre Onana despite his evident talents. The comments came after United's 1-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Monday evening, where Lammens earned man-of-the-match honors for his key saves and aerial dominance.

Lammens, a 23-year-old Belgian signed from Royal Antwerp for 18 million pounds last summer, has provided stability in goal since replacing Onana. In the gritty Merseyside clash, United broke a recent draw against West Ham to secure three vital points, with substitute Benjamin Sesko scoring the decisive goal on a swift counterattack. Everton, managed by David Moyes, pressed hard with set pieces in search of an equalizer, but Lammens thwarted their efforts, punching clear under pressure and making crucial stops. Moyes acknowledged Lammens as the standout performer, and United's manager praised his composure.

Moments after the final whistle, van der Sar, the former United goalkeeper who won four Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League with...

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