Fabrizio Romano confirms Real Madrid interest in midfielder – “Going to join a top club”

Story byFabrizio Romano confirms Real Madrid interest in midfielder – “Going to join a top club”Football EspanaSun, December 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM UTC·2 min readReal Madrid will address Xabi Alonso’s squad next summer, with midfield being one area that is to be looked at. Nico Paz is poised to be re-signed from Como, and joining him at the Bernabeu could be Kees Smit. Real Madrid have been interested in Smit since the summer, but in recent weeks, he has gone up a level or two. This has led to numerous clubs joining the race to sign the AZ Alkmaar player, which will complicate his chances of a move to the Spanish capital. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe asking price could also make things difficult, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that AZ are expected to seek upwards of €60m in order to let Smit leave.“All the top clubs are interested.