Hernani Junior exclusive: "Palermo, I live for you"

Brazilian midfielder Hernani Junior has returned from injury and is ready to fight for Palermo under Inzaghi.

Hernani Junior, who wears his father's name on his shirt as a tribute, has recovered from injury and is prepared to play a key role for Palermo. The Brazilian midfielder, who came through Atlético Paranaense's youth system and represented Brazil at U-17 level, expressed his amazement at the passion of Palermo's supporters at the Barbera stadium during the Coppa Italia opener against Lecce. He drew parallels with his time at Genoa but said the atmosphere at Palermo is extraordinary, with the constant full stadium giving the team soul.