Senne Lammens, who has been a standout goalkeeper for Manchester United this season, responded positively to Paul Scholes' earlier criticism questioning his capabilities as a top keeper. Scholes had previously stated that Lammens was 'not a top goalkeeper' and suggested that the club should have pursued Gianluigi Donnarumma instead during the summer transfer window. This criticism came amid Manchester United's struggle for a consistent goalkeeper following a poor start to the season from Altay Bayindir and coaching decisions to bench Andre Onana.

Just months ago, as the summer transfer window drew to a close, United faced pressure to strengthen their goalkeeping position and had been linked not only with Donnarumma but also Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa. However, the club ultimately decided on the relatively untested 23-year-old Lammens, signing him from Royal Antwerp for £18.1million, a choice that garnered criticism from fans and pundits alike, including Scholes. This decision has since begun to pay off as Lammens has excelled in his role, reinforcing the club's confidence in him and the strategic direction they have taken under their current management.

Lammens' ability to silence his critics speaks volumes about his character and resilience as he takes on the pressures of being a young goalkeeper at a premier club like Manchester United. As he continues to demonstrate strong performances, it will be crucial for him to maintain this level of play to solidify his position and potentially change the narrative surrounding his abilities, especially against the backdrop of previous suggestions that the club should have made a different choice in goalkeeping reinforcements.