"Difficult weeks, I won't lie" – Manchester United player explains form crisis and Carrick exit

Lammens admits difficult weeks at United following Carrick's sacking and his own struggles in goal this season.

Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has opened up about a tough period at Old Trafford, acknowledging the impact of Michael Carrick's dismissal and his own form struggles this season.

The Belgian stopper, who impressed in his first year at United under both Ruben Amorim and Carrick, has come under increasing criticism recently, particularly after the 4-4 draw with Aston Villa before the international break. "It's been a difficult few weeks, I'm not gonna lie," Lammens told Het Nieuwsblad.

"I'm trying to stay stoic. I avoid everything that is said and written as much as possible, but that's not always possible because of the situation at Manchester United."

Lammens expressed his respect for Carrick, saying he had a good relationship with the manager and that his dismissal "hits hard." He intends to send Carrick a message of support. The goalkeeper hopes to regain confidence during the international break with Belgium before returning to Manchester under new manager Mauricio Pochettino, who takes charge officially after completing his duties with the USA on Tuesday.