St James’ Park is anticipated to see some change this summer, as Eddie Howe is keen to add some new players to inject some energy into a roster that might be nearing the end of its current cycle.
However, Newcastle United will also keep making plans for the future, hoping to add to its young ranks by bringing in the best adolescent players available. Alfie Harrison appears to be a genuinely promising player, and Trevan Sanusi has already left a lasting impact since joining the team.
And Chris Rigg might join them this summer if Newcastle gets their wish.
Newcastle is considering Chris Rigg of Sunderland.
According to recent reports, Newcastle is very interested in signing Chris Rigg this summer from Sunderland. The 16-year-old may be available for a low cost because he has not yet signed a professional contract with the Black Cats.
The fact that Rigg is from a Newcastle-supporting family will give the eager Magpies a sense of advantage.
Although Liverpool is also showing interest in the adolescent, it was reported last month that Eddie Howe’s team is the front-runner to sign him.
If Newcastle can sign Rigg, it would be a major coup, and the talk of a move to St James’ Park is made even more interesting by Craig Hope of the Daily Mail’s recent remarks about him.
