AliousChris Rigg, a highly sought-after talent, is generating buzz as the summer transfer window approaches, but Tottenham’s chances of landing him remain slim, according to Football Insider sources.
The 17-year-old Sunderland midfielder seems poised to depart the Black Cats next season, especially if the club fails to secure promotion from the Championship.
While Tottenham are among the teams interested in the young star, insiders reveal that no formal offer has been made by Spurs, leaving West Ham and Everton as frontrunners circling Sunderland’s Stadium of Light ahead of the transfer period.
Mick Brown, formerly Manchester United’s chief scout, shared with Football Insider that Rigg has caught the eye of multiple elite clubs, with Sunderland fighting to retain their prized teenager.
Should the Black Cats stay in the Championship next season, they may have little choice but to cash in, and Rigg’s trajectory suggests he’ll be playing Premier League football regardless of his destination.
Sunderland are steeling themselves for bids from eager suitors looking to lure Rigg away from Wearside, and though Tottenham aren’t leading the chase, their interest could heat up by summer.
Rigg’s potential move aligns neatly with Tottenham’s strategy of prioritizing youth. Despite a turbulent season that has manager Ange Postecoglou teetering on the edge, Spurs have found bright spots in teenage midfield signings like Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, alongside other young talents such as Wilson Odobert and Yang Min-hyeok.
Rigg, much like Gray—who made a similar leap from Leeds—fits the mold of Spurs’ future-focused transfer approach, making their interest unsurprising. However, with rival Premier League sides closely monitoring Rigg’s performances in Sunderland’s red-and-white kit, Tottenham could slip further behind unless they move decisively early in the summer.
Tottenham’s transfer plans face a pivotal moment as the window nears. While missing out on Rigg to a competitor would sting—especially among the Premier League’s 20 clubs—Spurs already boast a deep pool of young talent ready to break through.
Luka Vuskovic, for instance, won’t join until he turns 18 next season, highlighting the club’s long-term vision.
Yet, this emphasis on youth has arguably left gaps in the present squad. Rigg, already a standout at Championship level, could command a hefty fee if Sunderland play hardball, and Tottenham might find solace in preserving their budget for other pressing needs if they don’t win the race for his signature.
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