Welcome to Last Word on Football\u2019s Sunderland round-up for Monday, July 1st. Today saw more news regarding the future of midfielder Jobe Bellingham and fellow young star Chris Rigg. Plus there was the news that Callum Styles who had been at the club on loan since January would not be signing permanently.<\/p>\n
Read More: How Sunderland’s Past Foreign Managers Have Fared<\/a><\/p>\n According to the Sunderland Echo<\/a> via Fabrizio Romano, Crystal Palace are in hot pursuit of Jobe Bellingham. During Romano\u2019s daily videos, he said: \u201cJobe Bellingham is wanted by Crystal Palace. He is also wanted by\u00a0Brentford\u00a0and other English clubs, but I would keep an eye on Palace because they are pushing.<\/p>\n \u201cTheir manager Oliver Glasner wants Bellingham, and so now it depends on the player, because if he gives the green light they are prepared to go strong on this one.<\/p>\n \u201cAs soon as Bellingham decides, together with his family, Palace are prepared to attack the situation. Contacts have been taking place already, and he\u2019s absolutely one of their dream targets, so keep an eye on this one.\u201d<\/p>\n The 18-year-old signed for Sunderland from Birmingham City last summer for an undisclosed fee on a long-term contract. He went on to make 47 appearances, scoring seven goals. It is believed that the Black Cats want at least \u00a320 million.<\/p>\n Sunderland are set for a huge boost as pre-season training begins. England\u2019s U17 captain Chris Rigg is set to sign his first professional contract with the club.<\/p>\n According to Fabrizio Romano<\/a>, Rigg will sign a three-year deal. The 17-year-old had been weighing up his options with other clubs interested and the Black Cats taking their time over appointing a new head coach.<\/p>\n However, a deal is now close and is expected to be signed in the coming days.<\/p>\nSunderland Round-Up: EPL Club to \u2018Attack\u2019 Jobe Bellingham Transfer<\/h2>\n
Jobe Bellingham Transfer a Palace Dream<\/h3>\n
Chris Rigg Set to Stay<\/h3>\n