"Real Madrid" are looking to strengthen their midfield next year, but their transfer plans may face stiff competition.
According to Idman.Biz, citing "The Athletic", several leading clubs are ready to fight for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit.
It is reported that among the clubs interested in the 19-year-old Dutch footballer are "Manchester United", "Barcelona", "Newcastle" and "Borussia Dortmund". Therefore, "Los Blancos" will face a difficult battle for one of the most promising midfielders in Europe.
Smit's transfer is expected to cost interested clubs around 60 million euros. He has participated in 27 games in the 2025/2026 season, scoring two goals and providing five assists.