Sunderland player Chris Rigg sustained a minor injury while representing England in Cyprus. Rigg, who captained England’s under-17 team, was taken off in the 88th minute during their match against Italy at the European U17 Championships. The game, which ended in penalties in favor of Italy, saw Rigg’s withdrawal due to a slight hip injury, confirmed to be minor. Sources indicate that Rigg experienced a heavy impact as the game neared extra-time, leading to his precautionary removal from the pitch.
During the 2023-24 season, Rigg made 21 appearances for Sunderland’s first team in the Championship, starting eight of the last eleven matches. His performances have attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Newcastle. Sunderland is hopeful that the opportunity for senior football will persuade him to stay with the club. Although Rigg signed a two-year scholarship with Sunderland last summer, FA rules prevent him from signing a professional contract until he turns 17 on June 18. Recognized as one of the top talents in his age group globally, Rigg remains a target for major clubs such as Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich.
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Rigg garnered significant attention earlier this season when he scored against Southampton, becoming Sunderland’s youngest-ever league goalscorer. He headed in Sunderland’s fifth goal of the game from an Abdoullah Ba cross, a moment that underscored his potential and furthered interest from top-tier clubs.