27. Rokas Pukstas (Hajduk Split)
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Pukstas is probably the best player on this list you’ve never heard of. There’s a very high ceiling with the Oklahoma native. He was a member of the most recent U-20 World Cup roster. Pukstas currently starts for one of the best teams in Croatia. As we’ve seen in recent years, Croatia has developed into a world power — and the domestic league is a big reason for that developmentally speaking. As a guy who can play both in an advanced role and as a No. 6, Pukstas is likely headed for a jump toward Serie A or the Bundesliga sooner than later. Don’t be shocked if he becomes a member of the 2026 World Cup roster.
