photo by Kirsten Heimlich

• by Cole O'Brien, writing from Spokane, Idaho

The once U.S. prodigy has played throughout the world since leaving for greater pastures. After his stint at Villarreal the American striker has agreed to play with AZ in Holland. After a great performance at this summer's world cup, Altidore confirmed on his Twitter that he will be AZ this summer.

"To all my amazing fans, I have indeed agreed to terms to join AZ in Holland. Thanks for all the love and hate it's all making me better!"

The 21-year-old was rumoured to be looking at a move to the Netherlands earlier this summer and it seems that now it has come true. Of course nothing has been signed yet, but according the Altidore's agent the move will be completed the coming week in Holland. The new move to AZ will give Altidore a chance to come back into the spotlight. AZ, who finished fourth last year respectively, are a rising power throughout Holland. If Altidore can impress the coaching staff he could very well find the future he always was always predicted to have.

After getting minimum playing time with Villarreal you could see the joy on Altidore's face after announcing the transfer. Clearly his impressive play in the Gold Cup for the United States before he was ruled out due to injury paid off.

What are your thoughts on Altidore heading to the Netherlands? Is it a chance for him to re-start his career or will it be another failed stint?

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