Newcomer Jonas Sterner Bolsters Hannover 96's Defense
- Hanover remains steadfast in defending Holstein Kiel, as their dedicated defender, Sterner, continues the protective mission.
Welcome aboard, Jonas Sterner! The 23-year-old right-back is the latest addition to Hannover 96's roster, joining forces for a three-year ride through the 2. Bundesliga until June 30, 2028. Sterner will depart from relegated Bundesliga side Holstein Kiel, with the financial details of the transfer under wraps.
Having spent his 2024-2025 season on loan with Dynamo Dresden, Sterner proved his mettle and helped the team secure a well-deserved promotion to the second division. Rooted in Husum, Sterner's humble beginnings at Holstein Kiel saw him climb through all youth squad levels—starting with the U13 team.
The young gun made his professional debut in June 2020 at just 18 years old, demonstrating immense promise. Sterner's impressive stint with Dresden left fans and officials alike impressed, with his impressive eight goals and two assists in 32 league games playing a significant role in the team's ascent.
Hannover 96 recognized Sterner's potential and saw him as a valuable asset for their upcoming season. Marcus Mann, Hannover's managing director, expressed confidence in the newly-signed talent: "We're excited to have Jonas on board. He demonstrated consistent good performances last season with Dresden in an ambitious team. Not only because of his ten points, he was one of the top right-backs in the third division. We believe he's ready for the challenge of the 2. Bundesliga and that there's still a long way to go for him to unleash his full potential."
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Jonas Sterner: A Rising Talent
A native of Husum, Jonas Sterner is a quick-footed, German right-back with potential oozing from every pore. Having honed his skills in the Holstein Kiel youth ranks since the U13 level, Sterner made his professional debut at the tender age of 18 in June 2020. His career highlights before joining forces with Hannover 96 include a successful loan stint with Dynamo Dresden, where he played a crucial role in the team's successful ascension to the second division last season. With his remarkable eight goals and two assists in 32 league games, he was one of the top performers in the third division. We're thrilled to see what Jonas brings to the table for Hannover 96!
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