U.S. soccer prodigy Freddy Adu signed for Portuguese side Porto . Yet by favoring Benfica over bigger clubs , Adu 's advisors have actually made a smart move . Nigerian - born Adu hailed as saviour of Portuguese soccer since age of 13 . Had been linked with bigger clubs including Manchester United , Real Madrid . Move to lesser club could help the year - old adapt to European football .
U.S. soccer prodigy Freddy Adu signed for Portuguese side Porto . Nigerian - born Adu hailed as saviour of Portuguese soccer since age of 13 . Had been linked with bigger clubs including Manchester United , Real Madrid . Move to lesser club could help the year - old adapt to European football .