Rangers Still Target Brighton Winger In Late Transfer Window Move: What’s The Best Deal For Them Now?

Rangers Still Target Brighton Winger In Late Transfer Window Move: What’s The Best Deal For Them Now? Rangers are still in the running to sign Brighton and Hove Albion right-winger Amario Cozier-Duberry before the 3 September Scottish transfer deadline. According to a report published by the Rangers Review on 27 August , the 21-year-old remains a live target for the Ibrox club despite the recent addition of South Korean winger Kim Min-su. Derek McInnes wants more width badly, particularly after Rangers ‘ early Conference League exit against Czech side Jablonec. An initial £7.5 million permanent offer from Rangers was rejected by Brighton , but talks haven’t collapsed. One solution gaining traction is Cozier-Duberry signing a new contract at the Amex Stadium, then joining Rangers on a temporary loan. The attacker spent last season at Bolton Wanderers, where he contributed 9 goals and 13 assists and caught considerable attention across the EFL. Opinion: Why a loan is the only sensible call for Rangers Cozier-Duberry’s numbers at Bolton weren’t just good; they were exceptional. Across 37 League One appearances, he clocked 9 goals and 10 assists in 2,921 minutes, earned a place in the EFL League One Team of the Season, and proved he’s ready for a meaningful step up. An England youth international from U16 through to U20 level, this isn’t a project signing. He’s ready now. Rangers, though, aren’t in a position to throw money around. The club have already committed roughly £18 million this window. £8.5 million for Kim Min-su from Girona and another £9.5 million for an imminent move for Portland Timbers’ Kevin Kelsy. Pushing Brighton’s valuation on a permanent deal would be reckless. Full stop. TROMSO, NORWAY – AUGUST 20: Amario Cozier-Duberry of Brighton and Hove Albion gets in a sho during the UEFA Conference League 2026/27 Play Off Round First Leg match between Tromso v Brighton & Hove Albion at Romssa Arena on August 20, 2026 in Tromso, Norway. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) A loan changes everything. Cozier-Duberry already destroyed League One. Brighton know another year in England’s lower divisions does nothing for his development. Ibrox offers him genuine pressure, a title fight, and a completely different competitive environment. That’s a compelling argument for Brighton to sanction the move. His output last season tells you everything you need to know about his quality. He created 53 clear chances, attempted 97 shots, completed 65 progressive dribbles, and maintained 82.8% passing accuracy in tight spaces. Rangers’ attack desperately needs that kind of technical intelligence in the final third, not just Kim Min-su’s directness. Seven Championship clubs, including Burnley, Middlesbrough, and Wolves, are competing for his signature. Rangers getting him on loan, without a permanent obligation, would be an outstanding result given the financial constraints McInnes is operating under right now.