Kees Smit has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Newcastle, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the AZ Alkmaar midfielder. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Bayern Munich, Tottenham and Chelsea decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. With 1.0 goals scored per game this season, Newcastle could use more imagination between the lines. Kees Smit would be expected to connect play and boost chance creation in advanced areas. Reports suggest Newcastle are monitoring James Trafford, Oscar Mingueza and James Garner whereas AZ Alkmaar have not been associated with other players at this stage. Follow for more transfer rumours ahead of the Transfer Window!