Kees Smit’s looming exit tests AZ’s unbeaten momentum

AZ Alkmaar remain unbeaten after two Eredivisie rounds, but the club’s early success has already sparked interest in its rising talent Kees Smit, and that other big names may also depart from Alkmaar.

After the second matchday AZ still sit unbeaten in the Eredivisie, a record that inevitably draws attention from rival clubs. Besides Irish forward Troy Parrott, reports suggest another high‑profile player could also exit Alkmaar this window.

’s shifting narrative on Smit

The Noordhollands Dagblad reported that the Spanish newspaper published a story last week that diverged sharply from pieces a year ago. Previously the paper hinted Kees Smit could become the new star of Real Madrid or FC Barcelona; today it concluded that no club yet dares to commit to Smit.”

AZ’s transfer window outlook

Vertrekt Kees Smit dan toch uit Alkmaar? AZ officials are not entirely reassured that the desired and feared megabod stays off the table. ‘Foreign clubs have two weeks left to strike,’ the club warned, adding that the question is whether Smit remains outside the carousel that traditionally starts in the final phase of a transfer window. Het situation is being monitored closely and De options remain open.

Troy Parrott is confirmed to leave AZ, while midfielder Mees de Wit is also expected to walk away from Alkmaar. There is also speculation that defender Isak Jensen may depart North Holland, and trainer Leeroy Echteld has already opted for alternative wingers, effectively ending the Danish forward’s role at the club.

To offset the potential outflow, AZ have moved to sign FC Groningen midfielder Stije Resink, who is reportedly en route to the AFAS Stadion.