Carrick praises Lammens as the new Edwin Van der Sar after Man Utd victory.

The victory of [Manchester United](https://apitofinal.pt/internacional/manchester-united-precisa-libertar-a-besta-apos-nova-exposicao-de-ruben-amorim/) over Everton by 1-0 was not only a triumph on the field, [but](https://apitofinal.pt/internacional/senne-lammens-revela-se-a-contratacao-mais-importante-do-manchester-united/) also a statement of talent between the posts. Manager Michael Carrick, an iconic figure in football, did not hold back in praising young goalkeeper [Senne Lammens](https://apitofinal.pt/internacional/michael-carrick-elogia-benjamin-sesko-apos-golo-decisivo-contra-o-everton/), drawing an intriguing parallel between him and the legendary Edwin van der Sar. His comments during the post-match press conference revealed a deep respect for Lammens’ performance, which stood out in a challenging game.

Carrick, who shared the pitch with Van der Sar during his career, stated: “I definitely see the similarities, not wanting to compare them. I don’t want to make that comparison, because it wouldn’t be fair to Senne. [But](https://apitofinal.pt/modalidades/golf/lebron-james-questiona-tiger-woods-sobre-a-pressao-de-estar-no-topo/) there are definitely similarities.” The coach emphasized that a goalkeeper’s ability to be “reliable” and “trustworthy” is crucial in moments of pressure. “Instead of creating chaos, what we want is for him to take the chaos away and calm things down. I think Senne is that. He is quite quiet at times and understated, but he has a truly strong spirit.”

Lammens’ performance in the match was marked by an impressive calmness, even in the most tense moments. Carrick emphasized that “the way he has handled it now is with calm and composure. This helps immensely those in front of him.” The coach also highlighted the importance of the character and personality of the goalkeeper, describing them as crucial attributes for performing under the pressure of clubs like Manchester United.

But how does such a significant leap in a young player’s career happen? Carrick explained: “The leap he has made is big, without disrespect. It’s a huge jump from what he has done and to handle it the way he has speaks volumes about his personality. He has the ability to cope with the environment and play at that level.” Lammens’ ability to remain calm, especially during the last 15 minutes of the match, was a decisive factor. Carrick recalled the intense pressure the goalkeeper faced, with a series of crosses and corners, as well as some shots that he “just caught and took the intensity out of.”

With a performance that did not go unnoticed, Lammens proved that he is up to the demands of elite football. Carrick’s words are a testament to the potential of this young talent, who, under the guidance of an experienced coach, could very well become a new star in the goal for Manchester United. His evolution will undoubtedly be one of the focal points of the upcoming rounds of the championship, as fans eagerly await to see how far Lammens can take his career.