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In European football, there are always new gems that attract the attention of the continent's giants. One of those names is Kees Smit, a 19-year-old Dutch midfielder who is shining with AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie.
His quality, personality, and maturity on the field have made him one of the most followed talents in the Dutch league, and many already place him in the orbit of top clubs.
Kees Smit, the chosen one to improve Real Madrid's midfield
In recent months, there has been talk of alleged interest from Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and other historic teams. However, as reported by DefensaCentral, the player himself has fueled the rumors with statements that have not gone unnoticed: "I want to reach the top as soon as possible. I want to have a good season with AZ, and then we'll see what happens. We are talking about very large figures, it's not easy," he recently commented in an interview.
Although he did not directly mention the white club, the reference to "the top" immediately made many think of the Santiago Bernabéu, whom he has always admired. In fact, there have been pictures of Smit wearing the Madrid shirt on several occasions, making it clear that he has had a soft spot for the Madrid team for some time. This detail reinforces the feeling that he is open to the idea of joining Real Madrid, aware that one day he could make the leap to one of the best teams on the planet.
For now, there are no formal moves in Valdebebas to try to sign him. The sports management is closely monitoring his progress, knowing that his development could make him a real target in the coming transfer windows. The white club is considering strengthening the midfield for the future, but they want to see how players like Arda Güler adapt in that position or even Mastantuono, another young promise who is starting to stand out.

Meanwhile, Smit continues his growth in the Netherlands. His current season will be crucial in determining if he is ready to make the leap. The truth is that Real Madrid is known for being ahead in the acquisition of young talents with global projection, and Smit fits perfectly into that philosophy. His vision on the field, his ability to organize from the base, and his imposing physique make him a very attractive prospect.
FC Barcelona and other European teams also have him on their radar, but the player's enthusiasm seems more linked to the Madrid club. Time will tell if his words are the prelude to a future negotiation or simply a show of ambition. What is clear is that Kees Smit does not hide his dreams and has already dropped a hint: he wants to be at the top, and everyone knows where that top is in world football.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El centrocampista que se ha dejado querer por el Real Madrid
