MLS NEXT Pro is set for its fourth season in 2025, as it continues to try and shape itself as a stepping stone from academy soccer to MLS.
While that proven pathway remains relatively unproven, exciting talent from MLS academy sides continue to ink pro deals as a first step towards a career.
As the new season gets going, there is a long list of talented players to track who are making the jump from academy soccer. Here are 12 names to know who are set to compete as professionals.
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