"From Sky Sports, as captured by @iMiaSanMia: Newcastle United are interested in AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit (19) but they face stiff competition from the likes of Bayern, Real Madrid and Barcelona. AZ are open to selling Smit, but only for a club record fee in excess of €25m. Smit is keen to test himself at the highest level as soon as possible [@SkySports_Keith, @AnthonyRJoseph]"
"Bayern Munich appears to be on the prowl for another young midfielder - and are scouring top-flight leagues outside Europe's top five to do so. After the recent rumor linking the Bavarians to Anderlecht's Nathan De Cat, there is now another report linking Bayern - loosely - to AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit. Smit has broken out this year in the Eredivisie - becoming an every-match starter for his club and already nearing his minutes played total from a year ago."
Bayern Munich is scouting young midfielders beyond Europe's top five leagues. Bayern has been linked to Anderlecht midfielder Nathan De Cat and to AZ Alkmaar youngster Kees Smit. Newcastle United, Real Madrid and Barcelona are also linked to Smit, creating strong competition for his signature. AZ Alkmaar is open to selling Smit only for a club-record fee in excess of €25m. Smit, 19, has broken out this season in the Eredivisie, becoming an every-match starter and nearing last season's total minutes. AZ is holding out for top dollar amid widespread interest from several major clubs.
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