Manchester United star opens up on ‘difficult weeks’ amid Mauricio Pochettino appointment

The goalkeeper has been the subject of criticism in recent games, with the Red Devils picking up just one win in 11 matches to slide into the Premier League relegation zone.

Lammens, who has started all but one game for United this term, has kept just one clean sheet in 14 games, conceding 27 goals across all competitions.

The 24-year-old, who arrived last summer from Antwerp to replace Andre Onana, departed for international duty with Belgium after the dramatic 4-4 draw with Aston Villa, and he admitted that it was a relief to be away from Old Trafford for a moment.

Tough times: Senne Lammens

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“I’m trying to stay stoic,” he told Het Nieuwsblad.

“I avoid everything that is said and written as much as possible, but that’s not always possible because of the situation at United. It’s been a difficult few weeks, I’m not gonna lie.

“Keeping your distance and relativising is not always obvious. Am I glad to show myself to England? I’m especially happy to show myself to Belgium.

“I’m coming home a little bit. I know all the players well, the system. It helps to boost self-confidence after difficult weeks at United.”

Lammens revealed his “good” relationship with Carrick, and detailed how the former midfielder’s departure had affected him.

“I’m going to send Michael Carrick another message,” he continued.

“I had a good relationship with him and such a coach’s dismissal hits hard.”

When Lammens and his team-mates return to club action next weekend, Pochettino will be in-position, leading his new side at Anfield, where they face fierce rivals Liverpool.