Manchester United’s name have come up in the transfer story of another your European talent. And this time, they face a fierce competition.
After a forgettable league finish last season, the club is trying to reshape its squad with younger, hungrier players who can develop into future stars.
The new management, led by Jason Wilcox, is not wasting time.
The Red Devils already signed Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon and made moves for Bryan Mbeumo, but they are not stopping there.
The club knows their current midfield needs fresh energy and new ideas.
That is where this young player from the Netherlands comes in. He just helped his country lift the Under-19 European Championship.
His performances did not go unnoticed. He is only 19 but has already made 30 appearances for his club in the Dutch top flight.
The wonderkid also scored twice during the season, showing calmness and maturity beyond his years.
Manchester United are not alone. According to TBR Football, Tottenham Hotspur are keeping a close eye, especially with new manager Thomas Frank involved in the process.
Spurs’ technical director, Johan Lange, has followed the player closely and sees him as a perfect fit. Chelsea and Real Madrid are also watching with interest.
But it is United who are now preparing a serious offer.
As per TEAMtalk, Wilcox is ready to launch a firm approach to sign Kees Smit, one of AZ Alkmaar’s brightest talents.
Smit is not pushing for an exit. He is comfortable at AZ, especially after a season where he grew in confidence under coach Maarten Martens.
But if a top club comes calling and offers a clear first-team role, that could change everything.
AZ Alkmaar finished fifth in the Eredivisie, but holding on to their star midfielder might prove tough.
No fee has been mentioned, but a strong bid from a Premier League giant like Manchester United could be hard to turn down.
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