Hidde Willem ter Avest (born 20 May 1997) is a Dutch professional

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who plays as a

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Club career

Twente

Ter Avest began his football journey at SVZW Wierden before joining the

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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. His debut for the reserve team

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came on 22 August 2014, against

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in the second-tier

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, securing a starting position. Later that year, on 17 December, he made his first-team debut, replacing

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in a

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match against

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. He officially joined Twente's squad in February 2015, marking his

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debut as a starter against Excelsior on 7 February, despite a 3–1 loss. 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

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and

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. Unfortunately, during a match against

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on 25 February 2018, he sustained a fractured ankle, ending his season prematurely. 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.

Udinese

On 15 June 2018, Ter Avest inked a four-year deal with

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club Udinese. He made his debut for the club on 20 October 2018 during the match against

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, where he replaced

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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. At that point, he had made 42 total appearances for the club.

Utrecht

On 13 January 2021, Ter Avest signed a contract with

club

until 2024, with technical director

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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." On 16 January, he made his debut for Utrecht against

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, starting in a 2–0 win. 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

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. Then, on 19 February, Ter Avest contributing both a goal and an assist in a commanding 6–0 victory over Willem II. Throughout his first full

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with Utrecht, Ter Avest was a key player, featuring in 30 matches across all competitions. In the 2022–23 season, Ter Avest lost his starting spot to Sean Klaiber who had returned to the club from Ajax. After Klaiber's move to Brøndby on 1 September 2023, Ter Avest reclaimed his position as starting right-back in the team. However, in March 2024, it was announced that his expiring contract with Utrecht would not be renewed.

International career

Ter Avest was a member of the Netherlands U17 national team beaten on penalties by England in the final of the

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Style of play

A formidable

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

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Career statistics

Honours

Netherlands U17 *

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runners-up:

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Avest, Hidde ter 1997 births Living people People from Wierden Dutch men's footballers Footballers from Overijssel Men's association football fullbacks Eredivisie players Eerste Divisie players Serie A players FC Twente players Jong FC Twente players Udinese Calcio players FC Utrecht players Netherlands men's under-21 international footballers Netherlands men's youth international footballers Dutch expatriate men's footballers Dutch expatriate sportspeople in Italy Expatriate men's footballers in Italy