Michael Bradley returns to Borussia Moenchengladbach after helping them escape relegation last year. He will most certainly start and get plenty of playing time. Hopefully he can continue his growth in the top flight in Germany and help anchor the US midfield in South Africa. He is traditionally a defensive midfielder with crunching tackles but if he can develop a finishing touch and a creative flare he could propel the US to new heights.
Freddy Adu is on the ropes. His progression since joining Benfica has been non existent. He needs to either get a better loan situation than AS Monaco was or break into the lineup at Benfica. This is a very important season for a young player with loads of potential and expectations. The US could definitely use his creativeness and attacking mentality out of the midfield but he must improve his defense and consistency. Steve Cherundolo will be looking to earn his spot back at Hannover and get back into the lineup for Bob Bradley's squad. Playing time after his injury will help to bring back his form and confidence. Riding the bench would be devastating for Cherundolo and could mean the last World Cup was HIS last as well. Carlos Bocanegra is looking safe and confident at Rennes and is definitely still a starter there. Bocanegra will look to repeat as Rennes' most attractive player as voted on by the fans. Barring injury Carlos will be ready for the summer in South Africa. Best of luck to all the Americans playing overseas!
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