Brann have signed Sondre Tronstad after his contract with Blackburn Rovers expired. The 31-year-old midfielder has been an important part of Rovers' midfield for the last three years and has become a popular figure among fans. It is said that Tronstad wants to return to Norway after being on the comeback trail following a knee injury. He will now continue his rehabilitation with Brann and hopes to be back on the pitch in November. Tronstad has been a key figure for Rovers and has represented a composed figure in midfield. He has also shown himself as a leading figure on and off the pitch. Brann are now 6th in Eliteserien with 22 points after 16 games. They have scored 33 goals and conceded 27. This gives them a goal difference of +6. Brann are 16 points behind leading Bodo/Glimt in the league. Their next game is at home against Lillestrom on September 5.