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Liverpool could find itself in a huge battle for the signing of Chris Rigg this summer, with the Sunderland youngster one of the hottest properties in the Championship right now.

At just 17, Rigg has already developed into a crucial member of the Black Cats’ side as they eye up a return to the Premier League.

Whether it’s through promotion with Sunderland or a move elsewhere though, the teenager looks as though he could be playing in England’s top flight soon.

Rigg has attracted plenty of attention with his performances over the past year or so, with a whole host of Premier League clubs said to be vying for his signature.

Chris Rigg is being linked with a host of Premier League clubs.

Rigg does hold the record as the club’s youngest ever scorer in the league though, having bagged against Southampton in September 2023.

What kind of player is he.

It’s there that he has shown his prowess in possession, which will make him a desirable player for Premier League sides including Liverpool.

He has developed a superb understanding with Jobe Bellingham - brother of Jude, of course - in the Sunderland midfield, with the pair sharing the North East Football Writers’ Young Player of the Year award last month.

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It’s a good bet that Rigg will be playing in the Premier League soon, one way or another