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Rokas Pukštas transfer from Hajduk Split to Middlesbrough

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Midfielder Rokas Pukštas has transitioned from Hajduk Split to Middlesbrough following a period of transfer speculation. Initially, scouts identified the American player as a potential target for the German Bundesliga due to his versatility and work ethic at Hajduk Split. At that time, his contract was approaching expiration, making the transfer window a critical period for the Croatian club to secure financial value. Ultimately, Pukštas transferred to English Championship side Middlesbrough in a deal valued at approximately five million euros. Before departing, he fulfilled his obligations to Hajduk Split, notably scoring a decisive extra-time goal in a Conference League play-off against Raków Częstochowa that secured the club’s first European qualification in 16 years. Details regarding the transfer reveal that Middlesbrough had attempted to finalize the deal the week prior to the play-off. However, Pukštas insisted on staying to complete the match, scoring a decisive goal in the 94th minute to secure a 3-2 victory. Having joined Hajduk in 2020 from Sporting Kansas City, the midfielder expressed deep emotional ties to the club, stating he would not have left his teammates before such a significant milestone. The 22-year-old Oklahoma native ~~has now officially joined the Teesside-based club, signing~~ signed a five-year ~~contract. Pukštas leaves Hajduk after six years, having made 142 appearances~~ contract with ~~28 goals and 12 assists. He joins a growing group of~~ the Teesside-based club, joining other Americans ~~at Middlesbrough, including~~ such as Sebastian Berhalter, Aidan Morris, and Max Arfsten. Pukštas has since made his debut for Middlesbrough during a 1-0 away victory against Queens Park Rangers in the fifth round of the Championship. Entering the match in the 84th minute to replace Sebastian Berhalter, he played approximately six minutes plus stoppage time. During his brief appearance, he engaged in five duels, winning two, and executed one successful sliding tackle. The victory moved Middlesbrough into second place in the Championship standings.

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