Tottenham Hotspur are among the multiple clubs keen on securing the services of Sunderland midfielder Chris Rigg at the end of the season.
The 17-year-old is regarded as one of the finest young prospects in English football right now, and naturally, multiple clubs are looking to sign him in the summer. He has been described as “absolutely brilliant” by Dan Neil earlier this season.
According to Football Insider, Tottenham are keen on the player, and they have an outside chance of getting the deal done. However, they are yet to launch an official offer. They will face competition from clubs like West Ham United, Everton and Manchester United. Tottenham sent scouts to watch him earlier this season.
Chris Rigg would be a future investment
It will be interesting to see if Tottenham follow up on their interest with an offer to sign the player. He is unlikely to be a cheap acquisition, and Sunderland will demand a premium for the 17-year-old. He is their best young player right now, and they will look to recoup as much as possible for him.
Meanwhile, the talented young midfielder will want to compete at the highest level, and the opportunity to move to the Premier League will be quite exciting for him. Tottenham will be an attractive destination, and they could provide him with the platform he needs. They have done well to nurture talented young players in the past, and they could play a key role in his development as well.
Tottenham have shown a willingness to invest in talented young players in recent months, and it would not be a surprise if they decided to sign the 17-year-old. He could be a long-term asset for them. If he manages to fulfil his potential in the coming seasons, the deal could look like a masterstroke.
Even if Spurs have to pay a premium for him now, the player has the potential to justify the investment in the long term.
