Bild reports that the situation concerning a potential transfer for Eric Smith concluded last week. The issue of whether he will leave or stay is resolved for now, and Eric Smith remains at FC St. Pauli.

Eric Smith stated that while it was always said that he wanted to leave, that is incorrect. He said a lot was written about him wanting to go. Smith acknowledged that some clubs were interested and that if a big club had been among them, he might have pursued the opportunity. He chose to stay at St. Pauli. He is going into his sixth season and feels very comfortable there, as does his family.

According to Bild, Eric Smith will most likely still leave St. Pauli.

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.