Kees Smit: A Hot Commodity in the Transfer Market

omidbasir- Kees Smit has become a valuable asset in the transfer market. According to The Athletic, Newcastle United made considerable efforts in January to secure the young midfielder for St. James’ Park.

The Athletic described this pursuit as an ‘unbelievable coup’ for the Magpies, who are owned by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), led by billionaire Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Real Madrid has also expressed interest in the AZ player. Transfer journalist Sacha Tavolieri recently reported that Smit has been scouted multiple times by Juni Calafat, a key figure in Madrid’s scouting policy. The club’s video analysts have confirmed his potential, and the various reports submitted to the sporting director are said to be highly positive regarding both his performance and developmental prospects.