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Kees Smit Transfer from AZ to Chelsea
Mundo Deportivo reports that there is growing interest from top European clubs in Kees Smit, a 20-year-old from AZ Alkmaar. According to the report, his name has been mentioned with increasing frequency at Valdebebas in recent months. The report also states that Real Madrid is not the only interested club, as Barcelona, Chelsea, Bayern, and Newcastle are also following him. AZ Alkmaar would ask for 60 million euros, according to the same report.
Mundo Deportivo reports that there is growing interest from top European clubs in Kees Smit, a 20-year-old from AZ Alkmaar. According to the report, his name has been mentioned with increasing frequency at Valdebebas in recent months. The report also states that Real Madrid is not the only interested club, as Barcelona, Chelsea, Bayern, and Newcastle are also following him. AZ Alkmaar would ask for 60 million euros, according to the same report.
Chelsea are interested in AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. It is believed that AZ Alkmaar is asking for more than €60million. Some in the Netherlands feel the fee for Smit could approach the €75million that Barcelona paid for De Jong in 2019.
Chelsea are interested in AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. It is believed that AZ Alkmaar is asking for more than €60million. Some in the Netherlands feel the fee for Smit could approach the €75million that Barcelona paid for De Jong in 2019.
Chelsea recently contacted Kees Smit regarding a future transfer. AZ Alkmaar does not intend to approve a mid-season departure for the player. The Dutch club is financially stable and not under pressure to sell, which allows them to maintain a firm negotiating position. AZ Alkmaar has already rejected offers that had the potential to increase to €60 million. According to previous reports, Smit could have been available for approximately €50 million; however, AZ has clarified that this amount is significantly below their expectations.
Chelsea recently contacted Kees Smit regarding a future transfer. AZ Alkmaar does not intend to approve a mid-season departure for the player. The Dutch club is financially stable and not under pressure to sell, which allows them to maintain a firm negotiating position. AZ Alkmaar has already rejected offers that had the potential to increase to €60 million. According to previous reports, Smit could have been available for approximately €50 million; however, AZ has clarified that this amount is significantly below their expectations.
Kees Smit has been linked in recent months with clubs such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Newcastle, Bayern, and Chelsea.
Kees Smit has been linked in recent months with clubs such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Newcastle, Bayern, and Chelsea.
Chelsea has been linked with Kees Smit in recent months. AZ Alkmaar asks for around 60 million euros for the player, according to The Athletic. Kees Smit's contract is valid until 2028. He has said that he wants to have a good season with AZ and will then see what happens, adding that a transfer does not have to take place next year.
Chelsea has been linked with Kees Smit in recent months. AZ Alkmaar asks for around 60 million euros for the player, according to The Athletic. Kees Smit's contract is valid until 2028. He has said that he wants to have a good season with AZ and will then see what happens, adding that a transfer does not have to take place next year.
Chelsea are reportedly leading the effort to sign Kees Smit. According to the i paper, the Dutch side could be willing to sell Smit for an offer in excess of €30 million, which would be a club record sale. The report also claims that Chelsea have held recent dialogue with Smit’s camp, but it is currently unclear if the Premier League club will attempt to sign Smit in January since the club are expecting a quiet winter window after a busy summer.
Chelsea are reportedly leading the effort to sign Kees Smit. According to the i paper, the Dutch side could be willing to sell Smit for an offer in excess of €30 million, which would be a club record sale. The report also claims that Chelsea have held recent dialogue with Smit’s camp, but it is currently unclear if the Premier League club will attempt to sign Smit in January since the club are expecting a quiet winter window after a busy summer.
According to Transfermarkt, Chelsea are in the leading position to sign AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. The 19-year-old has attracted interest from several European clubs, with Newcastle, Manchester United and Tottenham all keen. The Blues have reportedly moved into the primary position ahead of the January transfer window.
According to Transfermarkt, Chelsea are in the leading position to sign AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. The 19-year-old has attracted interest from several European clubs, with Newcastle, Manchester United and Tottenham all keen. The Blues have reportedly moved into the primary position ahead of the January transfer window.
Goal.com reports that Chelsea are in a leading position in the pursuit of AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit, known as the 'Dutch Pedri.' Chelsea have reportedly moved ahead of Newcastle in the effort to sign the 19-year-old, who is valued at around £25 million ($33m). The player has attracted attention from across the Premier League, and it is said that the Blues are in the leading position.
Goal.com reports that Chelsea are in a leading position in the pursuit of AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit, known as the 'Dutch Pedri.' Chelsea have reportedly moved ahead of Newcastle in the effort to sign the 19-year-old, who is valued at around £25 million ($33m). The player has attracted attention from across the Premier League, and it is said that the Blues are in the leading position.
Manchester United have already begun discussions about a potential transfer for AZ player Kees Smit but face competition from Chelsea and Liverpool.
Manchester United have already begun discussions about a potential transfer for AZ player Kees Smit but face competition from Chelsea and Liverpool.
It is reported that Chelsea are among the clubs interested in signing Kees Smit in 2026. It is understood that Chelsea are interested in Smit because they continue to pursue young talent and are closely watching his progress ahead of a possible bid.
It is reported that Chelsea are among the clubs interested in signing Kees Smit in 2026. It is understood that Chelsea are interested in Smit because they continue to pursue young talent and are closely watching his progress ahead of a possible bid.
The 'Daily Mail' reports that Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Chelsea FC, and Manchester United have all sent their scouts to take a closer look at Smit.
The 'Daily Mail' reports that Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Chelsea FC, and Manchester United have all sent their scouts to take a closer look at Smit.
Chelsea has already sent scouts to watch Kees Smit.
Chelsea has already sent scouts to watch Kees Smit.
Chelsea is expressing interest in acquiring Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Dutch midfielder has attracted attention following an exceptional season with AZ, where he scored 10 goals and provided seven assists over 43 matches, making him a sought-after talent among several top clubs. His outstanding performance at the UEFA European Under-19 Championship, which saw him emerge as the joint top scorer and receive the Player of the Tournament accolade, has further increased his appeal. Despite his aspiration to join Real Madrid, a move that Spanish media have labeled as a 'serious option,' Chelsea, along with other Premier League giants such as Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Manchester United, are eager to secure his services. Smit has suggested that his transfer fee could surpass €25 million, a testament to his growing reputation in the football industry. Nevertheless, he remains committed to playing regularly to aid his development, keeping his future options open.
Chelsea is expressing interest in acquiring Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Dutch midfielder has attracted attention following an exceptional season with AZ, where he scored 10 goals and provided seven assists over 43 matches, making him a sought-after talent among several top clubs. His outstanding performance at the UEFA European Under-19 Championship, which saw him emerge as the joint top scorer and receive the Player of the Tournament accolade, has further increased his appeal. Despite his aspiration to join Real Madrid, a move that Spanish media have labeled as a 'serious option,' Chelsea, along with other Premier League giants such as Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, and Manchester United, are eager to secure his services. Smit has suggested that his transfer fee could surpass €25 million, a testament to his growing reputation in the football industry. Nevertheless, he remains committed to playing regularly to aid his development, keeping his future options open.
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