Kees Smit

Kees Smit is a 19 years old Dutch under 19 international who stands at 1.85m tall. Central midfielder who stands out for his maturity, intelligence and vision of the game. Technically advanced, strong in long passes and breaking lines and defining plays well. Dynamic and creative, he is strong in short spaces, dribbling with both feet and has the ability to carry the game.

Center midfielder of Medium height (185 cm), fast and agile central midfielder. Technically advanced, he demonstrates incredible ease in playing with both feet and has a good first touch in order to guide the ball for his next action. He is strong in short spaces and under pressure, as he uses good short dribbling and with his quick feet. He has a good arrival in the finishing zones, where he defines well and has a good shot from medium distance, scoring several goals. He is strong in offensive 1v1 situations, having the ability to unbalance through driving and also reveals ability in transport, taking the game forward. He participates in the build-up phase of his team by dropping down on the field to receive the ball and take over, sometimes positioning himself on the lines to find empty space. He positions himself between the lines, having a good perception of space, has a wide range of action, and is able to unmark himself well along the field where he makes quick and good decisions. He shows quality in terms of passing, placing the ball well deep for his teammates to run, has a good long pass and always delivers the ball well. Defensively, he is aggressive in duels and in pressing the ball carrier, he occupies space well and is good in the air. Intelligent athlete, who has good vision of the game and is assertive in his actions. His weak point is the timing of tackles and duels, as he commits some unnecessary fouls. A player with enormous potential who was a regular presence in the AZ Alkmaar first team last season and was nominated as the best player in Europe. In the near future, I see him developing his skills at a higher competitive level, as interest from big European clubs has been rumored, where Smit could have the opportunity to shine.