Real Madrid accelerate plans to sign Dutch prodigy before World Cup; ready to pay €50m for him
Real Madrid accelerate plans to sign Dutch prodigy before World Cup; ready to pay €50m for him Real Madrid have stepped up their plans in the transfer market, with the Spanish giants now targeting one of the most exciting young midfielders in Europe ahead of the summer window. According to recent reports from Ok Diario , Real Madrid are pushing to complete the signing of Kees Smit before the upcoming FIFA World Cup. As per the outlet, the club’s strategy is to make a move before the player’s value rises further on the global stage.
Smit, currently at AZ Alkmaar, has been attracting strong interest across Europe following a series of impressive performances. Ready to offer €50 million It is said that Real Madrid are prepared to offer around €50 million to secure the deal, a figure the club believes will be a strong value given the player’s potential and current market conditions. The move comes after the club explored other high-profile midfield options such as Rodri and Enzo Fernandez.
However, the financial demands for those players were considered too high, leading Madrid to shift focus towards a younger and more accessible target. Real Madrid are ready to make a move for Kees Smit. (Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images) In that sense, Smit fits the profile, as he is talented and still within a reasonable price range.
Scouts impressed by his performance The aforementioned report indicates that Real Madrid scouts were highly impressed after watching Smit in action during his international debut against Norway. His composure, personality, and influence on the game stood out and these qualities have made him a priority target, especially at a time when the club is looking to incorporate fresh faces. As expected, though, Real Madrid are not alone in the race, with clubs like Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Manchester United are also monitoring the situation closely, increasing the urgency for Madrid to act quickly.
The concern within the club is that delaying the move could lead to a bidding war, something that they want to avoid at all costs. AZ Alkmaar, meanwhile, are aware that keeping Smit beyond this summer may not be realistic. This is why the Dutch club have entrusted Jorge Mendes with managing the process to secure the best possible deal and it now remains to be seen how the market reacts.