Everton are in the market to add some exciting young talents to their squad this summer.
David Moyes has done a fine job with the player he has inherited from Sean Dyche’s time on Merseyside, but change is coming.
The Friedkins will be able to finally back their manager in the transfer window for the first time after a quiet January window.
Everton are looking for young and experienced players this summer, with the club looking to take some big leaps ahead of the new campaign.
With Premier League survival all but sealed, the Toffees can finally use the remaining weeks of the season to get plans in place for the transfer window.
Investment is certainly going to be needed considering the number of players set to leave the club at the end of their deals.
And there’s one exciting young talent who Everton are keen to beat strong competition to.
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Everton battling to sign Sunderland’s Chris Rigg
The Toffees are eyeing young midfielders this summer, with Everton already linked with Mahamadou Doumbia from Antwerp.
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Additions are going to be needed with Orel Mangala set to return to Lyon at the end of his loan deal which was hindered by injury.
According to Sky Sports, Everton are now showing an interest in the Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg.
But there are a number of Premier League clubs keen to land the 17-year-old ace with West Ham also on the scene.
Everton will also have to battle Manchester United for Rigg, as the list of suitors continues to grow for one of the country’s hottest young players valued at £25m.
And Sky believes there is even interest coming from the Bundesliga with the likes of Borussia Dortmund, known for their ability to develop talent – although they are not specifically named.
Chris Rigg is incredibly highly rated across England
Despite his age, Rigg has become a mainstay in the Sunderland side battling for promotion back to the Premier League.
Championship 24/25 Total
Appearances (starts) 34 (29)
Minutes 2500
Goals 4
Assists 1
The youngster even scored the winning goal for England’s U19s side on Tuesday night.
Regis Le Bris’ side are in a good spot to battle it out in the play-offs for promotion, which could raise further questions over his future.
If Sunderland are to be promoted, Rigg may well look to remain on Wearside for another year with the club his has progressed through the ranks at.