Sunderland youngster Chris Rigg is reportedly set to sign a two-year scholarship at the Academy of Light. That's according to The Athletic, who claim the Black Cats have convinced the youngster to stay at the club, despite interest from Newcastle United and Manchester United.
The sought after teenager turned 16 just last week and left school earlier this year. Rigg made his first-team debut at just 15-years-old with Tony Mowbray throwing him in the deep end in the FA Cup win over Shrewsbury Town.
The Black Cats scored two late goals with Rigg on the pitch to set up a clash with Premier League side Fulham. Rigg came off the bench in the draw at Craven Cottage but thought he'd scored a late winner, which was ruled out for offside.
