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Liverpool and Arsenal Out Front for AZ’s Kees Smit as Real Madrid Hold Back Over Fee

AZ’s rising €60m–€75m valuation is shaping early summer plans, with Madrid reluctant to match the price.

Overview

  • Liverpool have held preliminary talks with Smit’s representatives, according to CaughtOffside.
  • Arsenal are laying groundwork for a summer move after exploring a January deal, per multiple reports.
  • AZ value Smit at roughly €60m (£52m) with expectations the fee could rise toward €75m (£65m).
  • Real Madrid have positive scouting reports but are hesitant to commit to the current price.
  • Manchester United are monitoring the situation, while Smit says his focus remains on AZ under a contract running to 2028.