It is reported that the defender, who grew up in the USA and intends to represent this country’s national team, is expected to wear the “Middlesbrough” jersey.
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It is claimed that the English are expected to pay 5 million euros for the 22-year-old player from Split’s “Hajduk” club.
According to reports, R. Pukštas was also of interest to the “Birmingham City” club, which also plays in the “Championship” division.
In the second tier of English football, “Middlesbrough” won one match and lost one in the first two rounds. Last season, this team finished in fifth place and was close to breaking into the “Premier” League.
R. Pukštas moved from his native USA to Croatia six years ago. Representing “Hajduk,” he played 141 matches, scoring 26 goals and providing 10 assists.