Newcastle United will reportedly compete with Chelsea and Tottenham in the race to sign 19-year-old AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit next year.

According to a report by Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Kees Smit is on the radar of multiple Premier League clubs. Other European heavyweights are monitoring his progress as well, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up.

The 19-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and he has been compared to former Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne. The Dutchman has excellent technique, and he will help create opportunities for his teammates from the middle of the park.

Newcastle United could certainly use his creativity in midfield. It will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for him. Eddie Howe has excellent midfielders at his disposal, but he needs more technical ability and ingenuity in the middle of the park. The 19-year-old would be a solid long-term investment for them.

On the other hand, Chelsea could use more creativity as well. They have been overly dependent on Cole Palmer for creativity, and they need another midfielder who can add creativity to the side. The 19-year-old certainly fits the profile. Chelsea have done well to bring in talented young players in recent seasons, and the Dutchman would be another long-term investment for them.

Finally, Tottenham are keeping tabs on his situation as well. The Blues have done well to improve the squad in recent windows, but they are still not at the level required to challenge for major trophies. They need more goals and creativity in the side, and improving the attacking unit should be one of their priorities. Signing a creative midfielder will help them create more opportunities.

Smit could be tempted to move to the Premier League

Meanwhile, the 19-year-old midfielder will be tempted to move to the Premier League. It would be a huge opportunity for him, and he will look to test himself at the highest level. Regular football in England could bring out the best in him.

The opportunity to join Chelsea or Tottenham will be quite exciting for him. They are among the biggest clubs in England. On the other hand, Newcastle United have an exciting project, and they are one of the richest clubs in the world right now.

The Magpies have an exciting project, and the Dutch midfield sensation could be tempted to join them. All three Premier League clubs have the financial muscle to pay a premium for him, and it remains to be seen whether they follow up on their interest with an official proposal in the coming weeks.