Man Utd working on deal for “phenomenal” £38m maestro

Manchester United are now working on a deal for a “phenomenal” midfielder, with Ruben Amorim giving the move the green light.

Man Utd eyeing talented youngsters

It seems as though there could be a focus on bringing in up-and-coming talents in the summer transfer window, with United recently starting work on moves for a number of youngsters. One such player is Southampton’s Tyler Dibling, with United lodging an enquiry over a potential deal for the 19-year-old forward, having already sent scouts to watch the teenager in action.

Another option, from a little further afield, is Olympiacos teenager Charalampos Kostoulas, with contact being made over a move for the striker, who is expected to cost around £25m this summer, following a breakthrough season in Greece.

There is an exciting generation of Greek players coming through the ranks, with Konstantinos Karetsas catching the eye recently, scoring in his side’s 3-0 victory against Scotland, and Man United are also in the picture for the 17-year-old attacking midfielder.

However, according to a report from Caught Offside, Sunderland’s Chris Rigg is United’s top priority for the summer transfer window, and they have now started work on a move for the young attacking midfielder.

Amorim has given the move the green light, with the manager excited by the prospect of working with Rigg, who is now viewed as a ‘must-have’ signing this summer.

The 17-year-old is viewed as one of the most exciting young prospects in England at the moment, which means there is widespread interest in his signature, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion also tracking him.

Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid are also in the picture

, with Ange Postecoglou’s side reportedly taking the first concrete step towards getting a deal done by submitting a £38m bid.

“Phenomenal” Rigg could be ready for big move

The teenager has emerged as a vital player for a Sunderland side pushing for promotion this season, making 34 appearances in the Championship, and he has displayed his versatility by featuring in a range of attacking positions.

Having predominantly featured in attacking midfield, the youngster has four goals to his name in the second tier, and he has received high praise for his performances from freelance scout Ben Mattinson.

“One of, if not the best talents in the Championship. Chris Rigg is a phenomenal talent. A technically gifted midfielder capable of moments of brilliance.”

It is a seriously impressive feat to be a first-team regular for a promotion-chasing Championship side at such a young age, and it indicates Rigg could now be ready for a move to a top club, so it is exciting news that Man United consider him one of their top targets.