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The Bukayo Saka link powering Amario Cozier-Duberry – and why he chose to join Boro

IF you’re going to be compared to anyone, it might as well be to the best. When Amario Cozier-Duberry was an untried teenager at Arsenal, the club’s then youth coach, Jack Wilshere, was asked who the winger reminded him of.…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 8:55 AM
The Bukayo Saka link powering Amario Cozier-Duberry – and why he chose to join Boro
Key Things to Know
  • Amario Cozier-Duberry has signed for Middlesbrough on a loan deal from Brighton.
  • The 21-year-old winger previously rejected an Arsenal contract extension in 2024 to join Brighton.
  • He recorded eight goals and 12 assists on loan at Bolton Wanderers last season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Winger Amario Cozier-Duberry has joined Middlesbrough on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion after manager Fabian Hurzeler sanctioned another temporary move. The 21-year-old, currently representing England Under-21s, chose to sign for Boro amid interest from multiple Championship clubs after signing a new contract at the Amex Stadium.

Cozier-Duberry previously spent his development years at Arsenal, earning comparisons to Bukayo Saka from former youth coach Jack Wilshere. After a loan spell at Blackburn Rovers, he excelled on loan at Bolton Wanderers last season, recording eight goals and 12 assists across 34 appearances during their promotion-winning campaign.

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