Interest from clubs like Bayern Munich and Manchester United could tempt Chris Rigg away from Sunderland sooner rather than later
With interest from big clubs all over Europe, Sunderland FC may have to prepare for the worst when it comes to
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The 16-year-old started to be introduced into the Black Cats squad last season when he was a year younger, but he has now become part of the Championship action this season, making seven appearances so far and even scoring against Southampton in his debut Championship outing for the club.
Despite Sunderland challenging for the play-off places, both Mick Beale and Tony Mowbray found time to help bed the youngster into the team, something that could pay dividends in the future if a big club makes a bid for the youngster.
A number of teams are sniffing around Rigg, although Sunderland may not have much to say about the move in the near future.
Multiple clubs are linked with a move for Rigg
Following his debut at the age of 15 in the FA Cup last year, a number of sides have been linked with a move for English wonderkid Rigg.
Big European sides like Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Man City and Liverpool have all been linked with a transfer deal this week for the 16-year-old, who is turning heads as one of the top young prospects at the Stadium of Light at the moment.
Just over a year on from his first appearance for the Black Cats, this could be life-changing for the youngster, who still has another year left of his scholarship with the club.
While a move away to a title-challenging team may be too much for him to turn down, Sunderland will not want to let him go if they do not have to.
Sunderland may have to accept the worst regarding Rigg transfer
While a move to a big side like Bayern or Man United will be incredibly tempting to a 16-year-old, Rigg should think about what is best for his career when making a decision about his future.
The midfielder has already played seven times for the Black Cats this season, most recently in the 3-1 victory over Stoke City last month.
While they were generally short cameos at the end of games, the fact the club have given such a young, unproven player minutes in the league show just how highly they rate him.