A new Amario Cozier-Duberry contract is reportedly being prepared as Brighton plan to reward the winger with a first-team opportunity.
Albion have already rejected a £5million bid from Anderlecht and remain determined to protect the 21-year-old’s long-term future.
Cozier-Duberry remains under contract until June 2028, but Brighton are ready to offer improved terms following his productive loan spell with Bolton Wanderers.
The former Arsenal academy player recorded nine goals and 13 assists in 37 league appearances as Bolton secured promotion to the Championship.
Amario Cozier-Duberry contract plan follows rejected bid
SportsBoom reports that Brighton believe Cozier-Duberry has the qualities required to become a Premier League regular.
Albion demonstrated their confidence by rejecting Anderlecht’s £5million proposal. Rangers, West Ham and several European clubs have also monitored his situation this summer.
Fabian Hürzeler is prepared to give Cozier-Duberry an opportunity within his senior squad. The left-footed attacker can operate from either flank, although he is most comfortable cutting inside from the right.
Brighton still have Yankuba Minteh and Zadok Yohanna competing for minutes in that position. Another loan has therefore not been completely ruled out, with Bolton already discussing a possible return.
However, the Amario Cozier-Duberry contract decision suggests Brighton do not intend to sanction a permanent departure. ReadBrighton previously reported that Albion had blocked Anderlecht’s approach and planned to assess him during pre-season.
Cozier-Duberry must now convince Hürzeler that his League One production can translate to Premier League and European football.
