On 17 May 2009 it was announced that he will retire from professional football .
Even at an advanced age , Tarnat is still a respected full - back and has always been a regular in the Hannover 96 team .
On 17 May 2009 it was announced that Tarnat will retire from professional football .
Even at an advanced age , Tarnat is still a respected full - back and has always been a regular in the Hannover 96 team .