Kees Smit still on Dortmund’s radar – price tag set? | OneFootball

A few days before the end-of-year match against Borussia Mönchengladbach (Friday, 8:30 p.m.), there is increasing speculation surrounding Borussia Dortmund about possible departures. While Cole Campbell, Julien Duranville, and most recently Julian Ryerson are already considered potential candidates for a winter transfer, things remain relatively quiet regarding possible new signings (for now). At least, BVB still seems to be pursuing Kees Smit from AZ Alkmaar.

After BVB was first mentioned as an interested party for Smit in mid-November, internationally well-connected transfer insider Ekrem Konur now also reports that Borussia is among the clubs said to have their eye on the 19-year-old midfielder.

Bayern Munich also interested

In addition to BVB, FC Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, and Liverpool are also reportedly keeping a close watch on Smit.

To pry the Dutch U21 international, who is under contract until 2028, away from Alkmaar early, another club would have to dig deep into their pockets. According to Konur, Alkmaar is demanding a hefty transfer fee in the region of 30 million euros. None of the aforementioned clubs would likely have major issues meeting this amount. BVB would also be able to invest at this level, provided they are fully convinced of Smit's quality and potential.

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