Why Rangers still have Amario Cozier-Duberry transfer hope as talks continue

Rangers are interested in Brighton and Hove Albion right-winger Amario Cozier-Duberry.

The 21-year-old has emerged as a target for the Gers this transfer window as Derek McInnes looks to bolster his attack.

Last season, the forward scored nine goals and provided 13 assists on loan at Bolton Wanderers in League One.

Cozier-Duberry is now being linked with a move to Ibrox, but Brighton want to keep a hold of him.

Several teams are in the race for the English youngster and his situation is one to keep an eye on.

The Glaswegian outfit surely won't lose hope due to the Premier League club's stance on selling the attacker and should be confident about enticing him to Govan.

What Rangers would need to pay for Amario Cozier-Duberry

Cozier-Duberry made his way through the youth ranks at Arsenal before signing for Brighton in 2024.

During the wingers time at the Gunners, he was compared to Bukayo Saka due to his style of play.

Speaking about the youngster in 2023, Arsenal's then Under-18 coach Jack Wilshere said, "He reminds me of Bukayo Saka, plays in the same position as him, needs to get better with his decision-making like Bukayo did, but he's definitely exciting."

According to The Athletic on 21 July, the Seagulls have rejected a £5million package deal for Cozier-Duberry from Anderlecht.

The East Sussex club view the England youth international as a part of their first-team plans as they continue talks to extend his contract beyond 2028.

What the Gers can do is offer the forward guaranteed minutes at Ibrox, something that will be challenging for him in the Premier League.

The Glaswegian outfit may be able to force Brighton to sell their highly-rated prospect if they can convince him against signing a new contract, but it would likely take more than a £5m package deal to then secure his signature.

What Amario Cozier-Duberry transfer could mean for squad at Ibrox

Ibrox News have covered reports of McInnes wanting wingers at Rangers after reinforcements in defence and midfield.

The Scottish manager arguably needs more quality out wide, with Mikey Moore and Andreas Skov Olsen's loan deals expiring.

Djeidi Gassama had a strong start to his career at the Glaswegian outfit, but his firm dipped midway through the season and he may have to fight for his place under McInnes.

Oliver Antman has struggled to make a mark in Govan and it wouldn't be surprising to see him leave soon.

Findlay Curtis should get his opportunities at Ibrox and would certainly complement the left-footed Cozier-Duberry

Supporters are anxiously waiting to see what the recruitment team in G51 have in store for them.