"Indeed, with Real Madrid already in the race, journalist Graeme Bailey reports that Manchester United are among several Premier League clubs showing interest in Smit. Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham and Newcastle are all keen on the 19-year-old Dutch starlet, who won the U19 European Championships earlier this year. German heavyweights Bayern Munich are also keeping tabs on the young midfield prodigy."
"As things stand, it appears almost a foregone conclusion that Smit will leave AZ in the summer and secure a big move. But the growing interest means that there could be a bidding war on the horizon, with the report suggesting that the Dutch outfit will seek a sum of at least €60 million (£52 million). The fact that Smit has a contract with them until the summer of 2028 strengthens their position further."
Kees Smit is a 19-year-old AZ Alkmaar midfielder attracting strong interest from elite European clubs including FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Bayern Munich. He won the U19 European Championships earlier this year. AZ expects at least €60 million for any transfer and holds Smit under contract until summer 2028, strengthening its negotiating position. A sale at that level would set a new club record, exceeding the €20 million received for Tijjani Reijnders. Barcelona currently prioritize a centre-back and striker but continue to monitor Smit despite the rising price.
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