Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Tottenham and Barcelona are interested in 19-year-old Dutch midfield sensation Kees Smit.
According to an update by Turkish journalist Ekrem Konur, Kees Smit has alerted several high-profile clubs with his exploits for AZ Alkmaar. Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotpsur, Barcelona, and Real Madrid are among the prospective suitors vying for the Dutchman’s signature.
The 19-year-old is regarded as one of the finest young talents in football, and he could prove to be an excellent acquisition for all four clubs. The teenage sensation has already impressed with his performances for the AZ Alkmaar first team, and he has the quality to compete at the highest level. It will be interesting to see which of the four clubs manages to get the deal done in the coming weeks.
Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United need more in the middle of the park, and their interest in the Dutch midfield sensation is not a surprise. They have the resources to get the deal across the line, and it will be interesting to see if they come forward with an offer to sign the player.
The Dutchman could be attracted to the idea of moving to the Premier League. It would be a huge step up in the youngster’s career, and he would get to test himself at the highest level. Regular football in England could help him improve further and fulfil his potential.
Barcelona keen on Smit as well
On the other hand, Barcelona would be an attractive destination as well. The Catalan giants are among the biggest clubs in the world, and they could provide him with the platform to fight for major trophies consistently. Barcelona have done well to groom young players over the years, and they could play a key role in his development.
Whoever ends up signing the 19-year-old could have a future star on their hands. All four clubs have the resources to secure an agreement with AZ to sign the player. The Dutch midfielder needs to choose his next destination carefully.
Sitting on the bench at a big club will not benefit him. The Dutchman should only look to join a club where there is a clear plan for his development. He will need ample first-team opportunities in order to continue his growth as a player.
