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Sunderland have reportedly held ‘positive talks’ over a new contract for one of their most exciting prospects. The summer transfer window opened last week and Sunderland will now be preparing to bat away interest from a number of their key players. The likes of Jobe Bellingham and Jack Clarke have attracted interest from the Premier League, while Dan Neil has rejected an opening contract offer from his boyhood club. The Black Cats can’t afford to lose all of their prized assets, though they may not have much of a choice if Chris Rigg decides he wants to leave. The midfielder signed a two-year …

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