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AZ Alkmaar nears contract extension for midfielder Kees Smit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:25 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

AZ Alkmaar nears contract extension for midfielder Kees Smit

Summary

AZ Alkmaar is in discussions to extend Kees Smit's contract, which currently runs until 2028, by two additional years. Reports indicate that the 20-year-old midfielder’s performances have attracted interest from various clubs. Last season, Smit played 46 matches, scoring five goals and assisting nine times, earning a call-up to the Dutch national team. This season, he has contributed two assists in seven appearances. AZ Alkmaar, enjoying a strong start in the Eredivisie with six wins and a draw in their first seven matches, will face Feyenoord this weekend as they continue to compete at the top of the league.

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By the Numbers

•Kees Smit may sign a contract extension until 2030.
•He played 46 games last season, with five goals and nine assists.
•Smit participated in seven matches this season, providing two assists.
•AZ Alkmaar has begun the Eredivisie season with six wins and one draw.
•The team will play against Feyenoord on Saturday.

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9:25 AMYahoo Sports — AZ Alkmaar closing in on new contract with star midfielder

What they're saying

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VI are reporting that AZ Alkmaar are closing in on signing a contract extension with their star youngster Kees Smit. The midfielder will extend his current contract, which runs out in 2028, until 2030...
— Yahoo Sports

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