Sturm Graz II signs defensive star Barne Pernot from Cologne!

Sturm Graz II signs defensive star Barne Pernot from Cologne!

Sturm Graz strengthens his second division team with the commitment of Barne Pernot, a 25-year-old German who changes from Fortuna Cologne. The announcement was made on Monday afternoon after Pernot's contract had expired at the regional league. The central defender, who can also be used in defensive midfield, will play an important role in the young troop of Sturm II. Sports director Michael Parensen has a positive comment about Pernot's skills, in particular he emphasizes its game intelligence and presence on the square.

Pernot has already brings extensive experience after completing 24 games in the Regionalliga West last season and scored a goal there and an assist. Previously, he performed at SC Verl, where he demonstrated his skills between 2020 and 2024 in 56 games of the 3rd division. His career began in the youth of 1st FC St. Pauli in 2015, followed by a move to Holstein Kiel, where he went through all the U-teams. With a physical size of 1.88 meters, it will certainly also give a concise figure on the defensive.

The expectations and the role at Sturm Graz

The people responsible for Sturm Graz see a central support in Pernot for the upcoming challenges in the second division. Parensen emphasizes that Pernot should take a leadership role not only because of his playful qualities, but also because of his leadership. The association assumes that it will have a positive impact on the team due to his experience and its character strengths.

in a football environment in which transfers play an increasingly important role, it is crucial for clubs like Sturm Graz to sign players who can strengthen the team both at short notice and in the long term. This season, many clubs in Europe have recorded high expenses for transfers, which further fueled the dynamics in football. For example, the expenses for player transfers in the English Premier League had reached a record level of around 2.8 billion euros in the 2024/2025 season.

With the commitment of Barne Pernot, Sturm Graz sets a sign in the competitive landscape of the Austrian second division. The club is optimistic about the new challenges and hopes that Pernot's integration into the team will run quickly and successfully.

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