Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Kees Smit will cost at least 45 million euro and that AZ has already rejected higher offers. Romano also mentions that Smit will cost more than the reported 40 to 45 million euro. Romano expects that a winter transfer is unlikely and that Smit is a player to monitor for the calendar year 2026.

According to Voetbalprimeur.nl, Kees Smit wants to move to a top foreign club in the summer of 2026 or by 2027 at the latest. The same source states the midfielder expects this move to be a record transfer for AZ, aiming for a fee of around thirty million euros. Smit revealed that he hopes to make a move within the next year and a half and has almost ruled out a domestic transfer, with a move abroad being a prospect. It is reported that Manchester United has already shown interest in Smit. He is under contract with AZ until mid-2028.

Kees Smit has attracted attention from teams such as Manchester United, Tottenham and Newcastle, following a campaign for AZ in which he came to prominence.

Kees Smit, 19, from AZ Alkmaar, is being considered by Manchester United. Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, FC Bayern, and Borussia Dortmund are also monitoring Smit. It was reported that there is already contact between Manchester United and the player's representatives. The transfer fee would be approximately 28 million euros.

Manchester United face competition from Chelsea and Liverpool for AZ player Kees Smit. The Daily Briefing claims that United have opened transfer talks with the player. AZ will demand their transfer record is broken for a sale to be completed, which means a bid of over €25 million will be required, the sum AC Milan paid for Tijjani Reijnders. Smit’s Estimated Transfer Value is €10.8m, having risen from €2.5m in May. Dutch transfer expert Lars Leeftink believes that AZ will find it difficult to reject a deal, although he questions whether a move to Manchester United or Liverpool is the best decision for the developing player.

An anonymous source has stated that Smit is likely to leave AZ Alkmaar in the summer of 2026. The Eredivisie club had wanted to keep Smit, who has a contract until 2028, but there is now an acceptance that they will probably have to sell him. The source explained that people at AZ are aware that Smit is likely to attract offers and are now open to letting him go for the right price next summer. A figure of £25m is reportedly being discussed, and a deal could potentially be agreed in January to be completed in the summer. While multiple clubs have scouted him, it is claimed that so far only Manchester United have made contact with the player. According to the source, Christopher Vivell has been internally discussing Smit for some time and has also contacted the player to gauge his interest in a move. This is not the same as formal club-to-club talks and the situation is still considered to be at an early stage.

According to reports from CentreDevils, Manchester United have increased the pace of their scouting of AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, as the club considers the 19-year-old a potential key part of their long-term rebuild. Scouts across Europe have been impressed by his ability, which brought him to United's attention. Man United’s Director of Recruitment, Christopher Vivell, has discussed Smit internally, highlighting him as one of the most complete young midfield profiles available. It is reported that Vivell and the club’s scouting team have monitored Smit closely throughout the season, viewing him as an ideal long-term addition to a United midfield that has lacked consistency, control, and durability.

Goal.com has reported that Manchester United are monitoring AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit as they seek to address their long-standing midfield issues. AZ are prepared to demand a fee of around £25 million for the player, who is an academy graduate.

Manchester United are reportedly among the clubs showing an interest in Kees Smit, who would likely cost around £20m, and The Daily Mail adds that the club are keen.

According to Goal.com, Crystal Palace are ready to compete with Manchester United and Real Madrid to sign Dutch wonderkid Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar.

Team Talk reports on Manchester United's interest in signing AZ Alkmaar's teenage midfielder Kees Smit. Manchester United director of football Jason Wilcox is ready to make his move for AZ Alkmaar teenage midfielder Kees Smit. United have been tracking his progress and are reportedly ready to launch a firm move for his services this summer. The club is eager to secure his signature to beat competition from other clubs. Smit is regarded as a standout young talent in the Eredivisie this season, and comparisons have been drawn to players like Bruno Fernandes and James Maddison.

Manchester United has shown interest in acquiring Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar during the upcoming summer transfer window. The young Dutch midfielder has garnered attention from several top European clubs, including Real Madrid and Liverpool, due to his impressive performances in the Dutch Eredivisie with AZ Alkmaar. Last season, he scored 10 goals and provided seven assists in 43 matches. In addition, Smit was a key player for the Netherlands Under-19 team that clinched the UEFA European Under-19 Championship, where he was named Player of the Tournament. Despite the interest from major clubs, Smit indicated in an interview with Ziggo Sport that he is contemplating staying at AZ to further his development and gain more playing time. He also joked that his transfer value might be higher than the reported €25 million.