Atletico Madrid is considering AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit for the medium-to-long term, a consideration that comes with the arrivals of Rodri and Morten Hjulmand. Smit's future is being managed by Jorge Mendes, who has connections with Atletico Madrid.

According to Diario AS, Kees Smit is of interest to Atletico Madrid. The same source reports that Atletico Madrid attempted to sign Smit from AZ last winter, but the transfer was blocked by AZ's club management, which disappointed Atletico Madrid. Atletico Madrid has since signed Morten Hjulmand, who is considered a similar type of player to Smit. According to AS, the price for Kees Smit could be approximately 60 million euros.

AZ Alkmaar has set an asking price of 60 million euros for its 20-year-old talent Kees Smit. The price is a result of interest from other clubs.

Staff from Atlético de Madrid are monitoring Kees Smit, a Netherlands midfielder for AZ Alkmaar. Atlético are not the only interested party, as it is reported that Chelsea, Manchester City, and Real Madrid are also observing the 19-year-old's development. Smit's contract with the Dutch club runs until 2028. In 14 Eredivisie appearances this season, he has contributed 2 goals and 2 assists. He has also been capped 4 times for the Netherlands U21 team. According to Transfermarkt, his current valuation is €22.00m.