I've messaged both the owners (Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens) and they came back and said, 'The process started with you' which they didn't have to say," Smith told The Times. "I messaged Unai Emery as well. I'm really pleased for everyone there. It's a big club and I still support them.
The owners had a five-year plan to get to the Champions League and this is their fifth year, so they've done what it said on the tin. And I'm looking forward to watching them over the next five years."
Smith also said: I'm really chuffed for Ollie Watkins because he's a good lad as well as being a really good footballer.
"I still keep in touch with him and am gutted he didn't get his 20th goal of the season but he'll continue to impress Gareth Southgate in England training and get minutes at the Euros."