![]() Ter Avest in 2018 | |||
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Hidde Willem ter Avest [1] | ||
Date of birth | 20 May 1997 | ||
Place of birth | Wierden, Netherlands | ||
Height | 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||
Position(s) | Right-back | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Utrecht | ||
Number | 5 | ||
Youth career | |||
SVZW Wierden | |||
2008–2015 | Twente | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2014–2015 | Jong Twente | 2 | (1) |
2015–2018 | Twente | 92 | (2) |
2018–2021 | Udinese | 39 | (0) |
2021– | Utrecht | 87 | (3) |
International career | |||
2012 | Netherlands U15 | 2 | (0) |
2013 | Netherlands U16 | 5 | (0) |
2013–2014 | Netherlands U17 [2] | 8 | (0) |
2014 | Netherlands U18 | 3 | (1) |
2014–2016 | Netherlands U19 [3] | 13 | (0) |
2016–2017 | Netherlands U20 [4] | 6 | (0) |
2017 | Netherlands U21 [5] | 1 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:45, 25 April 2024 (UTC) |
Hidde Willem ter Avest (born 20 May 1997) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Eredivisie club Utrecht. [1]
Ter Avest began his football journey at SVZW Wierden before joining the Twente academy at age eleven. His leadership skills shone as he captained various youth teams. In 2013, he signed a three-year development contract with Twente. [6]
His debut for the reserve team Jong FC Twente came on 22 August 2014, against Almere City in the second-tier Eerste Divisie, securing a starting position. [7] Later that year, on 17 December, he made his first-team debut, replacing Orlando Engelaar in a cup match against De Graafschap. He officially joined Twente's squad in February 2015, marking his Eredivisie debut as a starter against Excelsior on 7 February, despite a 3–1 loss. [8]
Becoming a regular starter from the 2015–16 season onward, Ter Avest even took on the captain's role on occasions during the 2017–18 season in the absence of Stefan Thesker and Danny Holla. [9] Unfortunately, during a match against Utrecht on 25 February 2018, he sustained a fractured ankle, ending his season prematurely. [10] This injury was compounded by the team's relegation to the Eerste Divisie at the end of that season after finishing bottom of the Eredivisie. [11]
On 15 June 2018, Ter Avest inked a four-year deal with Serie A club Udinese. [12] He made his debut for the club on 20 October 2018 during the match against Genoa, where he replaced Valon Behrami in the 63rd minute of a 2–2 draw.
After seeing reduced playing time with Udinese, he was allowed to leave on a free transfer in January 2021. [13] At that point, he had made 42 total appearances for the club. [1]
On 13 January 2021, Ter Avest signed a contract with Eredivisie club Utrecht until 2024, with technical director Jordy Zuidam stating: "Hidde is a player with a strong competitive mindset, great endurance, and a forward-driving ambition...With his playing style, Hidde fits perfectly with the club. We're delighted to have him on board at FC Utrecht." [14] On 16 January, he made his debut for Utrecht against Heracles Almelo, starting in a 2–0 win. [15] [16] He quickly established himself as a regular starter in the team. On 30 January, he scored his first goal for the club, equalising late in a 3–3 draw against PEC Zwolle. [17] Then, on 19 February, Ter Avest contributing both a goal and an assist in a commanding 6–0 victory over Willem II. [18] Throughout his first full season with Utrecht, Ter Avest was a key player, featuring in 30 matches across all competitions. [1]
In the 2022–23 season, Ter Avest lost his starting spot to Sean Klaiber who had returned to the club from Ajax. [19] After Klaiber's move to Brøndby on 1 September 2023, Ter Avest reclaimed his position as starting right-back in the team. [20] However, in March 2024, it was announced that his expiring contract with Utrecht would not be renewed. [21]
Ter Avest was a member of the Netherlands U17 national team beaten on penalties by England in the final of the 2014 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.
A formidable right-back known for his strong personality, Ter Avest possesses a solid individual technique and remarkable speed. Exceptionally adept in defense, he excels in advancing play and executing precise man-marking. His prowess in aerial duels also allows versatility, enabling him to perform effectively as a centre-back. [22] [23] [24]
Club | Season | League | National cup [lower-alpha 1] | Europe | Other | Total | ||||||
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Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
Jong Twente | 2014–15 | Eerste Divisie | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | |||
Twente | 2014–15 | Eredivisie | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 12 | 0 | ||
2015–16 | Eredivisie | 29 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 30 | 2 | |||
2016–17 | Eredivisie | 31 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 32 | 1 | |||
2017–18 | Eredivisie | 22 | 0 | 4 | 0 | — | — | 26 | 0 | |||
Total | 92 | 2 | 8 | 1 | — | — | 100 | 3 | ||||
Udinese | 2018–19 | Serie A | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 14 | 0 | ||
2019–20 | Serie A | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 22 | 0 | |||
2020–21 | Serie A | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 6 | 0 | |||
Total | 39 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 42 | 0 | ||||
Utrecht | 2020–21 | Eredivisie | 18 | 2 | — | — | 2 [lower-alpha 2] | 0 | 30 | 2 | ||
2021–22 | Eredivisie | 26 | 1 | 2 | 0 | — | 2 [lower-alpha 2] | 0 | 30 | 1 | ||
2022–23 | Eredivisie | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | — | 1 [lower-alpha 2] | 0 | 25 | 0 | ||
2023–24 | Eredivisie | 23 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 25 | 0 | |||
Total | 87 | 3 | 8 | 0 | — | 5 | 0 | 100 | 3 | |||
Career total | 220 | 10 | 19 | 1 | — | 5 | 0 | 244 | 11 |
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