Laporta goes on the offensive for a Real Madrid signing: he steps in to sabotage at the last minute

In addition to competing for trophies, Real Madrid and Barcelona often compete for footballers' signings. Now a new case could arise with Kees Smit, the 19-year-old Dutch midfielder. He plays for AZ Alkmaar and is attracting the attention of all the major clubs.

"Kees Smit is attracting great interest across Europe. Real Madrid, Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, Ajax, Feyenoord, and PSV are closely following the talented 19-year-old midfielder from AZ Alkmaar," wrote Ekrem Konur on his X account.

If this information is true, Real Madrid and Barcelona would be the favorites to sign him. Especially Madrid, because the young man has always been a fan of the club. The viral photo in which he appears wearing the jersey proves this.

Not decided

Although there is interest from Real Madrid, it still hasn't made the decision to sign the player. There are other great midfielders on the market, and also in the squad. What we can confirm is that they are paying close attention to his situation and to a possible market opportunity, because the midfield needs to be improved.

Obviously, if he can be signed at a good price, they won't waste the opportunity. But it is necessary to see how he could fit into the squad and how it would affect the situation of other footballers. No player has left Real Madrid yet, but this could change in the coming weeks, leading to other moves.

Anything can happen

"My future? I read a lot and see big clubs passing by, and I think that's great. I have to think carefully about what I'm going to do, but I think I'll stay at AZ," was the recent answer the player gave when asked about his future.

"Am I worth 25 million? Well, more, I think. Maybe 5 or 10 million euros more," the footballer said with a laugh. Therefore, the teams already know more or less the amount they should be willing to pay to sign him in this summer market.