Lamens: A good goalkeeper must be a rock behind the defense line. Calmness is my secret

September 4 Manchester United new goalkeeper Mone Lamons attributes his calm to his parents and his diary process before and after each game. The 23-year-old joined the Red Devils from Antwerp on the transfer deadline, bringing Belgium’s outstanding reputation, and his calmness has been praised in Belgium.

Lamens began his career at Club Bruges, then joined Antwerp, making 44 appearances for the team last season and helped the team qualify for European competitions. In the 2024/25 season, he made 173 saves, surpassing any other goalkeeper in the top ten European leagues.

"I think if you want to be a good goalkeeper, you have to be a rock behind the defense," he said in an interview at Carrington Training Base. "They have to trust you and rely on you in difficult times. This is something I am proud of. Of course, I can improve in this regard because the next level is higher, but it is a characteristic that I am proud of and I will work hard to improve."

"My parents were also very calm and calm, but this mentality was also cultivated since childhood. When I was still in the youth team, I thought about what kind of goalkeeper I wanted to be in the future. I think one of the best qualities of being a goalkeeper is to stay calm under pressure, and in any case, even if I make mistakes, I must continue. Keep moving forward and do my best to contribute to the team. "

Lamens also shared his method to stay calm and cope with stress: "Before and after the game, I write down some keywords and ideas, because sometimes, if you don't do this, there may be a lot of distractions in your mind. This helps me stay calm and focus on the present, not overreacting to the situation."

"I will write down keywords and trigger points. For example, when you face an opponent who is under a lot of pressure, you know that you don't need to think too much in the game and be mentally prepared. So when the game comes, you won't be too surprised. I think that's important."

Exclusive Premier League watch is in Migu