Newcastle are ready to try again for Sunderland teen Chris Rigg.

The Toon made an attempt for the 16 year-old wing-back last year and are ready to try again, ChronicleLive.

Rigg has managed just 32 minutes of senior action since October.

And Newcastle are convinced they can prise him away from their Northeast rivals at the end of the season.

Manchester United and Liverpool are also watching developments closely.