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Freddy Adu has had his share of ups and downs throughout his seven years as a professional soccer player. There were the highs of signing with MLS and Benfica, and enjoying success with the Under-20 national team, but there have also been lows, like bouncing around on a string of unsuccessful loan spells.
The 21-year old has found a new home and appears to be resurrecting a career that had stagnated in European backwaters the past few years. It may be in the Turkish Second Division, but Rizespor has given Adu a chance to play regularly, and the result has been success for both Adu and his new team.
Adu will be leading Rizespor into the Turkish promotion playoffs this weekend, and he will be looking to cap off a strong half season in Turkey by helping the club gain promotion to the Super Lig.
I had a chance to catch up with Adu recently to discuss his move to Turkey, his whirlwind journey, and that crazy beginning to his career by which far too many people still measure him.
Here is my Fox Soccer story on Adu. Give it a read and feel free to share your thoughts on Adu, his career and where you think he can go from here in the comments section below.
