“Pushing hard” – Journalist expects Man Utd to sign Sunderland star in January
Manchester United are still said to be ‘pushing hard’ to get a deal done for Sunderland’s Chris Rigg.
That’s according to respected journalist Graeme Bailey, who admitted to United in Focus that he believes the Mackems’ youngster will be on the move in January, with a number of top clubs keen.
The sports writer went on to say that he expects a deal to be worth somewhere in the region of £20-30 million for the 17-year-old, who has become a mainstay in the Black Cats side of late.
The teenager is not only facing interest from the Red Devils though, with European giants Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund also said be tracking his progress at this moment in time.
Update on Manchester United’s interest in Sunderland’s Chris Rigg
United still seem to be trying hard to get a deal over the line for Rigg, according to Bailey, with the Sunderland academy graduate continuing to impress in his early career at the Stadium of Light.
The all-action midfielder has started four of his side’s five Championship matches this season, and continues to gain plenty of admirers for his performances in the middle of the park since making his debut last year as a 16-year-old.
