Lammens recognised for his work away from the pitch since joining Man United

Lammens has visited multiple projects and taken part in Foundation events during his first 12 months at Old Trafford, impacting young people from communities across Greater Manchester and beyond.

The goalkeeper has made school visits, including a visit to Partington Central Academy to join primary school pupils for a World Book Day celebration, as well as taking part in sport and wellbeing activities on the day.

Lammens surprised children at Francis House Children’s Hospice on a festive visit and spent time with fans living with serious and life-limiting illnesses at two Dream Days this season.

United women's goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce has also been recognised as a PFA Community Champion for her work in the community.

After receiving the award, Lammens said: “It’s an incredible honour to receive this award. Our first job is being able to perform on the pitch, but giving back to the community and working together with the Foundation, which does such an amazing job, is also so important.

“It’s a privilege to give back to the community and to help the Foundation, so I’m very proud of this award and in the future I hope I can do much more.”

Phallon received the award for the second time, after also being nominated in her debut season in 2023/24 in recognition of her contribution to the community, which has remained constant throughout her time at United.

She said: “It’s really special to be the PFA Community Champion. I’m grateful to Manchester United Foundation for giving me the platform to speak to such incredible students who are trying to learn about their environment.

“I’m lucky enough to be able to join them in their sessions and teach them a little bit about what I’ve learned at university. I want to pass on my experiences and help create the next footballer or next conservationist, which is why this is so important to me.”