Reds are at the front of the reasonably long line to sign the 15-year-old

Rigg is reportedly being courted by Everton and Newcastle United in addition to Liverpool. This is at a time when Sunderland is allegedly becoming "worried" that he won't agree to professional terms with the team, according to reports, all three of the interested teams sent scouts to see the teen play this year. 

Despite being significantly above his age group at U21 level, Rigg is said to have performed "impressively." Due to this, the young player has been invited to train regularly with Tony Mowbray's first team during this season, despite the allure of playing with the first team, Sunderland is apparently aware that

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Keeping Rigg will be a "huge battle." He commands the England U16 team and is well-liked. It's alleged that any buyer would only spend £2.5 million to sign him the following summer, Liverpool wants to keep up its strong hiring trend, Liverpool is currently having trouble finding a starting midfielder, therefore

It is encouraging to hear that efforts are still being made to enhance the situation in the academy, maybe Rigg will eventually reach a level where he can play for Liverpool's main team, Obviously, that day is still a long way off. However, as evidenced by the Reds' most recent academy hires, they certainly have an eye for young British potential.

A wise choice in terms of scouting

One of the greatest recent acquisitions appears to be Ben Doak, he has a bright career ahead of him after just breaking onto the senior circuit at the age of sixteen, Trent Kone-Doherty, a fellow summer recruit, also appears to have been a wise choice in terms of scouting, he made an impression for the youth teams; possibly this season, we'll see him in the seniors.