Chris Rigg has signed a new five-year Sunderland deal — but why did he reject interest from Premier League giants and top European clubs to stay at the Stadium of Light? đ´âŞ<br /><br />In this video, we break down why Rigg chose Sunderland, including:<br /><br />The huge role fans played in his decision â¤ď¸<br /><br />How Régis Le Bris and Kristjaan Speakman convinced him to stay<br /><br />Sunderland’s £150m rebuild and Rigg’s place in the project<br /><br />Why this deal sends a powerful message about the club’s future<br /><br />Sunderland’s youth-first strategy is paying off, and Chris Rigg believes he’s part of something special on Wearside.
