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Kees Smit Transfer from AZ to FC Barcelona
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo reports that Kees Smit is one of five superb young players being closely monitored by Barca chief Hansi Flick.
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo reports that Kees Smit is one of five superb young players being closely monitored by Barca chief Hansi Flick.
Kees Smit is mentioned as a promising talent who is attracting interest from major clubs in Europe, including Barcelona, which is awaiting news about his future. Smit praised Spanish football and LaLiga, stating that Spain would be suitable for him. However, he also conveyed that he is uncertain if this will occur and that he has doubts. Smit said he is considering the possibility of staying at AZ for another year. He stated that conversations are ongoing and that he informed his agent and Max that he is considering this option, following a recent discussion about the subject.
Kees Smit is mentioned as a promising talent who is attracting interest from major clubs in Europe, including Barcelona, which is awaiting news about his future. Smit praised Spanish football and LaLiga, stating that Spain would be suitable for him. However, he also conveyed that he is uncertain if this will occur and that he has doubts. Smit said he is considering the possibility of staying at AZ for another year. He stated that conversations are ongoing and that he informed his agent and Max that he is considering this option, following a recent discussion about the subject.
Kees Smit is aware of the growing interest from Barcelona. After winning the Cup in the Netherlands, where he scored a goal and provided an assist in the final, Smit stated that since they will be going to Barcelona with AZ, there will be time if the club wants to negotiate. He also said that if he is asked to negotiate, he is willing to do so. Kees Smit has recognized his affinity with Barcelona and his desire to play in LaLiga in the future.
Kees Smit is aware of the growing interest from Barcelona. After winning the Cup in the Netherlands, where he scored a goal and provided an assist in the final, Smit stated that since they will be going to Barcelona with AZ, there will be time if the club wants to negotiate. He also said that if he is asked to negotiate, he is willing to do so. Kees Smit has recognized his affinity with Barcelona and his desire to play in LaLiga in the future.
Kees Smit is expected to leave AZ Alkmaar in the summer for a transfer price of at least 50 million euros. After the KNVB Beker final, Smit stated to De Telegraaf that if he were to go, it would be significant for the club if it was for a good price.
Kees Smit is expected to leave AZ Alkmaar in the summer for a transfer price of at least 50 million euros. After the KNVB Beker final, Smit stated to De Telegraaf that if he were to go, it would be significant for the club if it was for a good price.
AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit has confirmed past interest from Barcelona. The 20-year-old has described a potential transfer abroad as being wonderful and hinted at a preference for a move to one of Europe's elite clubs. A club-record fee is expected for the player, potentially in the region of €60-80 million (£52-70m).
AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit has confirmed past interest from Barcelona. The 20-year-old has described a potential transfer abroad as being wonderful and hinted at a preference for a move to one of Europe's elite clubs. A club-record fee is expected for the player, potentially in the region of €60-80 million (£52-70m).
In an interview with CayoTV, Netherlands national team coach Ronald Koeman said that Kees Smit is a player for Barcelona. The former Barcelona coach described him as a mix of Frenkie De Jong and Pedri. It is also stated that it seems inevitable Smit will leave the Eredivisie this summer, as no club in the Netherlands can pay the money needed to keep him for another year.
In an interview with CayoTV, Netherlands national team coach Ronald Koeman said that Kees Smit is a player for Barcelona. The former Barcelona coach described him as a mix of Frenkie De Jong and Pedri. It is also stated that it seems inevitable Smit will leave the Eredivisie this summer, as no club in the Netherlands can pay the money needed to keep him for another year.
Arno Vermeulen states that Kees Smit could theoretically leave AZ for a relatively small amount by invoking the Diarra ruling, and says that if AZ sets a high transfer fee for Kees Smit, the player and his agent could circumvent this by paying a compensation to AZ, making him free to join FC Barcelona. Vermeulen mentions that Kees Smit has two years remaining on his contract, which was last extended two years ago. The Diarra ruling concerns the right of players under European law to buy out their contracts for a proportionate fee if they feel the transfer fee is too high.
Arno Vermeulen states that Kees Smit could theoretically leave AZ for a relatively small amount by invoking the Diarra ruling, and says that if AZ sets a high transfer fee for Kees Smit, the player and his agent could circumvent this by paying a compensation to AZ, making him free to join FC Barcelona. Vermeulen mentions that Kees Smit has two years remaining on his contract, which was last extended two years ago. The Diarra ruling concerns the right of players under European law to buy out their contracts for a proportionate fee if they feel the transfer fee is too high.
AS reports that Barcelona are competing to sign Kees Smit. The price to acquire him from AZ would be around 60 million euros.
AS reports that Barcelona are competing to sign Kees Smit. The price to acquire him from AZ would be around 60 million euros.
Kees Smit recently discussed his future. Speaking to Ziggo Sport, Smit stated that he wants to play a lot and that this is important to him. He said he still does not know what his ideal next step would be but will make it known when he does. While acknowledging that staying at AZ Alkmaar is a possibility, Smit said he does not think it will happen. He told Ziggo Sport that he understands everyone asking about the situation because the figures being heard are absurd, and he added that he agrees it is a lot of money. Smit concluded by saying they will see how things develop. In a recent interview on Supergaande's YouTube channel, Smit said he grew up watching Barcelona and sees himself playing in LaLiga. In November, Smit had told ESPN that he watches all Barcelona matches, that it is his favorite club, and that he loves watching Pedri and Frenkie de Jong.
Kees Smit recently discussed his future. Speaking to Ziggo Sport, Smit stated that he wants to play a lot and that this is important to him. He said he still does not know what his ideal next step would be but will make it known when he does. While acknowledging that staying at AZ Alkmaar is a possibility, Smit said he does not think it will happen. He told Ziggo Sport that he understands everyone asking about the situation because the figures being heard are absurd, and he added that he agrees it is a lot of money. Smit concluded by saying they will see how things develop. In a recent interview on Supergaande's YouTube channel, Smit said he grew up watching Barcelona and sees himself playing in LaLiga. In November, Smit had told ESPN that he watches all Barcelona matches, that it is his favorite club, and that he loves watching Pedri and Frenkie de Jong.
Goal.com reports that Kees Smit has revealed his desire to move to La Liga in the near future. The report adds that Barcelona are currently monitoring the midfielder, who is rated at €50m.
Goal.com reports that Kees Smit has revealed his desire to move to La Liga in the near future. The report adds that Barcelona are currently monitoring the midfielder, who is rated at €50m.
According to Mundo Deportivo, there is growing interest in Kees Smit from top European clubs, and his name has been mentioned with increasing frequency at Valdebebas in recent months. The report states that alongside Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Bayern and Newcastle are also following the player. AZ Alkmaar would reportedly ask for 60 million euros.
According to Mundo Deportivo, there is growing interest in Kees Smit from top European clubs, and his name has been mentioned with increasing frequency at Valdebebas in recent months. The report states that alongside Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Bayern and Newcastle are also following the player. AZ Alkmaar would reportedly ask for 60 million euros.
De Telegraaf reports that AZ Alkmaar has contacted agent Jorge Mendes to manage the transfer of Kees Smit. The club aims to receive the highest possible fee for a sale that is anticipated to be the most expensive in its history. The Athletic has reported that AZ Alkmaar anticipates a minimum price of at least 60 million euros for Kees Smit. Barcelona is one of the clubs linked with the player, and AZ Alkmaar has given Mendes authorization to negotiate on its behalf.
De Telegraaf reports that AZ Alkmaar has contacted agent Jorge Mendes to manage the transfer of Kees Smit. The club aims to receive the highest possible fee for a sale that is anticipated to be the most expensive in its history. The Athletic has reported that AZ Alkmaar anticipates a minimum price of at least 60 million euros for Kees Smit. Barcelona is one of the clubs linked with the player, and AZ Alkmaar has given Mendes authorization to negotiate on its behalf.
According to The Athletic, Barcelona has made inquiries to his club, AZ Alkmaar, regarding Kees Smit. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano stated that Kees Smit will definitely not leave the club this winter, adding that a transfer is a situation to watch ahead of the summer.
According to The Athletic, Barcelona has made inquiries to his club, AZ Alkmaar, regarding Kees Smit. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano stated that Kees Smit will definitely not leave the club this winter, adding that a transfer is a situation to watch ahead of the summer.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Kees Smit is being monitored by all European top clubs. Romano states that Smit will cost at least 45 million euro and that AZ has already rejected higher offers. A winter transfer is unlikely, according to Romano, who considers Smit a player to monitor for the calendar year 2026. Romano also mentions that Smit will cost more than the reported 40 to 45 million euro.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Kees Smit is being monitored by all European top clubs. Romano states that Smit will cost at least 45 million euro and that AZ has already rejected higher offers. A winter transfer is unlikely, according to Romano, who considers Smit a player to monitor for the calendar year 2026. Romano also mentions that Smit will cost more than the reported 40 to 45 million euro.
According to The Athletic, AZ Alkmaar has an asking price of approximately 60 million euros for Kees Smit. The player himself stated he wants to have a good season with AZ and then see what happens, adding that the transfer does not have to be next year.
According to The Athletic, AZ Alkmaar has an asking price of approximately 60 million euros for Kees Smit. The player himself stated he wants to have a good season with AZ and then see what happens, adding that the transfer does not have to be next year.
According to Voetbalprimeur.nl, Kees Smit wants to transfer to a foreign top club in the summer of 2026 or by 2027 at the latest. The midfielder revealed that he hopes to make a significant move in the next half a year to a year and a half, and that a domestic transfer is almost ruled out in favour of a move abroad. Smit expects to be a record transfer for AZ, aiming for a fee of around thirty million euros, which would represent the club's highest outgoing transfer. It is reported that FC Barcelona has already shown interest in him.
According to Voetbalprimeur.nl, Kees Smit wants to transfer to a foreign top club in the summer of 2026 or by 2027 at the latest. The midfielder revealed that he hopes to make a significant move in the next half a year to a year and a half, and that a domestic transfer is almost ruled out in favour of a move abroad. Smit expects to be a record transfer for AZ, aiming for a fee of around thirty million euros, which would represent the club's highest outgoing transfer. It is reported that FC Barcelona has already shown interest in him.
According to Radio Marca, FC Barcelona scouts have traveled to watch Kees Smit play for AZ Alkmaar and have positively noted his performance.
According to Radio Marca, FC Barcelona scouts have traveled to watch Kees Smit play for AZ Alkmaar and have positively noted his performance.
Barcelona are monitoring the situation of Kees Smit and view him as a future midfield anchor.
Barcelona are monitoring the situation of Kees Smit and view him as a future midfield anchor.
Liverpool are interested in Smit. Dortmund, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Newcastle are also linked with a move for the player.
Liverpool are interested in Smit. Dortmund, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Newcastle are also linked with a move for the player.
According to Sky Sports, many major European clubs, including FC Barcelona, are following Kees Smit. AZ Alkmaar will not oppose the departure of Kees Smit and is asking for an amount of 25 million euros for him, which would be a record in the club's history.
According to Sky Sports, many major European clubs, including FC Barcelona, are following Kees Smit. AZ Alkmaar will not oppose the departure of Kees Smit and is asking for an amount of 25 million euros for him, which would be a record in the club's history.
Kees Smit is on the agenda of FC Barcelona. Ronald Koeman drew attention to Smit for Barça by comparing him to Pedri. The operation is considered difficult as FC Barcelona appears to have many young midfielders, along with ongoing economic problems at the club. AZ will not oppose the transfer of Kees Smit, but plans to set a new record for a sale, meaning the transfer fee must exceed the 22 million euros paid by Milan in 2023 for Tijjani Reijnders.
Kees Smit is on the agenda of FC Barcelona. Ronald Koeman drew attention to Smit for Barça by comparing him to Pedri. The operation is considered difficult as FC Barcelona appears to have many young midfielders, along with ongoing economic problems at the club. AZ will not oppose the transfer of Kees Smit, but plans to set a new record for a sale, meaning the transfer fee must exceed the 22 million euros paid by Milan in 2023 for Tijjani Reijnders.
According to Transfermarkt, Barcelona are interested in AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit. The 19-year-old is viewed as one of the best young midfielders in Europe.
According to Transfermarkt, Barcelona are interested in AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit. The 19-year-old is viewed as one of the best young midfielders in Europe.
Kees Smit is being tracked by Real Madrid. At the Under-21 national team camp, he told ESPN that he watches all of Barcelona's matches and that the club is his favorite.
Kees Smit is being tracked by Real Madrid. At the Under-21 national team camp, he told ESPN that he watches all of Barcelona's matches and that the club is his favorite.
According to the 'Daily Mail', Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Chelsea FC, and Manchester United are all said to have sent their scouts to watch Smit.
According to the 'Daily Mail', Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Chelsea FC, and Manchester United are all said to have sent their scouts to watch Smit.
FC Barcelona has already sent scouts to watch Kees Smit.
FC Barcelona has already sent scouts to watch Kees Smit.
Kees Smit has also attracted interest from Barcelona. He told De Telegraaf in September that he had read he was on the radar of Real Madrid and Barcelona and that it made him proud.
Kees Smit has also attracted interest from Barcelona. He told De Telegraaf in September that he had read he was on the radar of Real Madrid and Barcelona and that it made him proud.
Kees Smit's agent revealed to ESPN that several clubs, including FC Barcelona, are monitoring the young talent. Smit's remarkable performance at the youth European Championship, where he earned the titles of Player of the Tournament and joint top scorer, has attracted significant interest. Although there are rumors regarding a possible transfer to Ajax, Voetbal International has indicated that Ajax has not shown any interest, partly due to AZ's anticipated asking price likely exceeding Ajax's budget. AZ, on the other hand, is keen on extending Smit's contract, which is valid until 2028, with a strategy to eventually transfer him directly to a foreign club, bypassing a domestic intermediary step, akin to previous player transfers such as those involving Vangelis Pavlidis and Tijjani Reijnders. Meanwhile, clubs like FC Barcelona and Real Madrid continue to express interest in the promising young player.
Kees Smit's agent revealed to ESPN that several clubs, including FC Barcelona, are monitoring the young talent. Smit's remarkable performance at the youth European Championship, where he earned the titles of Player of the Tournament and joint top scorer, has attracted significant interest. Although there are rumors regarding a possible transfer to Ajax, Voetbal International has indicated that Ajax has not shown any interest, partly due to AZ's anticipated asking price likely exceeding Ajax's budget. AZ, on the other hand, is keen on extending Smit's contract, which is valid until 2028, with a strategy to eventually transfer him directly to a foreign club, bypassing a domestic intermediary step, akin to previous player transfers such as those involving Vangelis Pavlidis and Tijjani Reijnders. Meanwhile, clubs like FC Barcelona and Real Madrid continue to express interest in the promising young player.
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