Cozier-Dubbery hits crossroads at Brighton

Cozier-Dubbery delivered an important goal and assist in the League One play-offs for Bolton [Getty Images] Brighton winger Amario Cozier-Duberry faces a crossroads in his career this summer after a successful loan spell at Bolton. The 21-year-old was nominated for the EFL and PFA Player of the Season awards and was named in the team of the season as Bolton earned promotion to the Championship via the play-offs. With two years remaining on his contract, discussions have already begun over his long-term future. There is a possibility the former Arsenal player, who joined Brighton in 2024, could remain at the Amex Stadium on a new deal, stay under his current terms, or leave on a permanent transfer. However, it remains early in the process. Brighton are expected to have more opportunities to offer minutes to players next season with Conference League involvement, which could allow him to take on a cup role and feature initially as an impact substitute in the Premier League. Yet, there remains a chance he could leave permanently. His loan spell — in which he recorded nine goals and 13 assists in 37 League One appearances — has attracted interest from clubs in England and abroad. There is much to resolve for Cozier-Duberry as he hits a crossroads in his development this summer. He is an ambitious player but one at a club that is always active in the transfer market.