Chris Rigg is retained at Sunderland until June 2028. The 19-year-old midfielder earns £12,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Chris Rigg
Current Club: Sunderland
🌍 England
💰 Weekly Wage: £12,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2028 (1 year remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Chris Rigg earns 81.1% below the average midfielder wage of £63,417/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
English midfielder who became Sunderland’s youngest-ever debutant at age 15 in February 2023. Broke multiple club records, becoming their youngest goalscorer in EFL Cup and Championship history. First player to score six Championship goals before turning 18. Won EFL Championship Goal of the Month in September 2024 and Apprentice of the Season in April 2025. Captained England U16 and U17 teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Chris Rigg's contract expire?
Chris Rigg's current contract expires on June 30, 2028.
How much does Chris Rigg earn per week?
Chris Rigg earns approximately £12,000 per week.
Who does Chris Rigg play for?
Chris Rigg currently plays for Sunderland.
What position does Chris Rigg play?
Chris Rigg plays as a midfielder.
How old is Chris Rigg?
Chris Rigg is 19 years old.
What is Chris Rigg's annual salary?
Annualised, Chris Rigg's basic salary is approximately £624,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £12,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Chris Rigg sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Chris Rigg can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2027, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2028.
How many months are left on Chris Rigg's contract?
Chris Rigg has approximately 22 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2028. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Chris Rigg's wage compare to other midfielders?
Chris Rigg earns roughly 19% of the position average — the average midfielder in our database earns £63,417 per week, so Chris Rigg is paid 19% of the position average.
When was Chris Rigg born?
Chris Rigg was born on July 9, 2007, making the player 19 years old as of today.