In a recent post on X , journalist Ekrem Konur stated that Sunderland prospect Chris Rigg is generating interest from other top Premier League clubs. It has been claimed that Chelsea , Liverpool and Manchester City are all trying to sign the English playmaker from the Black Cats this summer.
Rigg has caught the eye at times with his performances for the Wearside club in the final third. The 18-year-old has scored one goal and grabbed one assist in 18 league matches for Sunderland this season.
The English attacker is currently one of the most talented young playmakers in the Premier League. Hence, it is no wonder that so many top clubs are showing interest in recruiting him from the Black Cats this off-season.
His current contract at the Stadium of Light will run out in the summer of 2030. Thus, Regis Le Bris is under no immediate pressure to cash in on him this off-season.
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND – APRIL 24: Chris Rigg of Sunderland reacts during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Nottingham Forest at the Stadium of Light on April 24, 2026 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
Rigg can engineer a yard of space for himself to get some strikes in at goal. He has got the eye to create some decent chances for his teammates in the final third and is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet.
The English sensation can even chip in by scoring and creating the odd goal for his team. Rigg is primarily an attacking midfielder but can also play as a box-to-box midfielder or as a right-sided wide player if required. He is already quite familiar with the Premier League and could be a real asset for Sunderland in the coming years.
At the moment, Rigg remains an important member of Regis Le Bris' squad. He has what it takes to compete for a regular first-team place at the Stadium of Light next season.
At 18, the future looks quite bright for Rigg as long as he continues to improve with each year. All in all, Le Bris should only consider cashing in on him if he receives a massive offer for his services this summer. Another option for the Black Cats would be to keep hold of him as his market value will only grow in the future.
