Newcastle United continue to show an interest in the potential transfer of Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is not close to agreeing a new contract at Goodison Park.

Newcastle could see Rigg as someone to bolster their midfield ranks. However, it could prove hard to lure him away from their rivals. The Hebburn-born man has risen up through the academy ranks at Sunderland and has been a regular for them at various different youth levels.