Kees Smit, a nineteen-year-old midfielder at AZ, has been approached by Bayern München. Smit acknowledged the interest from the German club but decided to stay at AZ. He expressed that he feels comfortable being close to family and friends and highlighted the challenges young players might face when moving abroad early in their careers. Despite the allure of Bayern München, Smit admitted he briefly considered the offer but ultimately chose to remain at AZ, where he feels settled and content. He is aware of the difficulties that come with moving abroad at a young age, as seen with other players, and he prefers to stay near his support system. Smit has a clear vision for his career, dreaming of playing for Barcelona one day, but for now, he is focused on his development at AZ, where he has already made an impact in both the Eredivisie and the Europa League.