Bornemann dismisses all current transfer rumors regarding Swedish Centre-Back and defensive chief Eric Smith (28). Bornemann stated that it starts next week and then Smith will be on the field, adding his estimation that this will also be the case until the end of the season and beyond. Smith, who joined FC St. Pauli in July 2021, has made 14 appearances and scored one goal in the Bundesliga this season. His current market value is estimated at €5.00m by Transfermarkt.