AZ has made a strong start to the Eredivisie season, collecting 9 points from their first 3 matches. They have also won the Johan Cruijff Schaal, a prestigious trophy in Dutch football. Van Hanegem thinks that if AZ can avoid selling any players, they will definitely be in the top 3. He also believes that if they realise their potential, they might even have a chance to win the title.
Van Hanegem's comments are not the first time he has expressed his optimism about AZ's chances. In a previous interview, he said that if AZ didn't sell players, they would have been close to winning a title. This shows that he has been following the team's progress closely and believes in their abilities.
AZ's current form is certainly impressive, and they will be looking to continue their winning streak in the coming matches.