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Fredua Koranteng Adu (born June 2, 1989) is an American former professional soccer player who played as an attacking midfielder. The last club he played for was Ettan Fotboll club Österlen FF in 2021. From before the time of his signing with D.C. United at the age of 14, Adu was spoken of as "the next Pelé ." [4]
Name in home country: Fredua Koranteng Adu Date of birth/Age: Jun 2, 1989 (34) Place of birth: Tema Height: 1,70 m Citizenship: United States. Ghana Position: Midfield - Attacking Midfield Foot: both Player agent: Wasserman Current club: Retired Joined: Feb 16, 2021 Contract expires: - Social-Media:
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Jun 2, 2023 · Freddy Adu was a 14-year-old sensation when he joined DC United in 2004, but his potential was never fulfilled. He played for 15 clubs in nine countries, but failed to make an impact or stay long at any of them.
Feb 15, 2024 · Freddy Adu was a child prodigy who made his MLS debut at 14 and was compared to Messi and Beckham. However, he failed to live up to expectations and left the MLS for Europe, where he struggled to find success and eventually quit the game.
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Oct 26, 2022 · The former child prodigy and \"next Pelé\" has played on more than a dozen teams but never reached his potential. Now 33, he is hoping to find a club to give him a trial after four years of inactivity.
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Apr 22, 2023 · Former teenage soccer star Freddy Adu talks about his challenges, mistakes and lessons from his 15-year professional journey. He shares his views on injury, diet, work ethic and Benfica decision with Charlie Davies on Morning Footy.
Mar 4, 2017 · The game itself was not particularly important, but many fans in the stadium were hoping to catch a glimpse of D.C. United’s rookie midfielder, Freddy Adu, who was already being touted as the...
