Sunderland's 15-year-old wonderkid Chris Rigg is attracting the attention of Newcastle United.

The England Under-16 star, who is their captain, has been compared to Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson.

Per The i, Newcastle will focus on signing quality youngsters in the coming transfer windows.

The Magpies have serious interest in Rigg and hope to tempt him to St. James' Park.

They can secure him on a free transfer, but will have to pay compensation to Sunderland for developing his talent.

Rigg is the youngest senior outfield player in Sunderland's history at 15.