Arsenal winger Amario Cozier-Duberry could be the perfect backup to Bukayo Saka for Mikel Arteta’s side. bookmark Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring against Arsenal. Mikel Arteta has sent a message to prospect Bukayo Saka as Arsenal’s backup emerges.
Arsenal star Amario Cozier-Duberry continues to impress, enjoying a superb performance as England Under-19s beat Romania 6-0. The Hale End Academy graduate scored for the Three Lions within 60 seconds of kick-off, meeting the ball in space before going past the keeper. Cozier-Duberry then played on his and the other side. The talented youngster’s cross found its way to Jamie Donley, who finally took the opportunity to double England’s lead early on. The 18-year-old has established himself as one of the Gunnersand#039; the most talented Academy products of recent times who are regularly produced for the club’s under-21s. In the recent 3-3 draw with Manchester City Under-21s, Cozier-Duberry scored twice to come back from 2-0 down for Mehmet Ali’s men.
His consistent performances for club and country are beginning to show his readiness for the next level. With Bukayo Saka as Arsenal’s only right-back, Cozier-Duberry could be on the horizon. The talented teenager even shares similarities with Saka. Firstly, he is a left-footed striker who usually plays on the right wing. He is also comfortable taking on players, constantly sliding past opposing defenders and his tactile touch is useful. Cozier-Duberry’s intelligence is another huge asset as he knows when to take the ball and when to run behind. Saka has always had elite decision-making and his younger counterpart is cut from the same cloth when it comes to making the right choice in the final third. andquot;Amario is very exciting and Mikel (Arteta) likes him. He reminds me of Bukayo Saka, playing in the same position as him, he needs to improve his decision like Bukayo did, but he is definitely exciting, andquot; Arsenal U18 manager Jack Wilshere spoke about Cozier-Duberry to Football in April. andquot;At some points he is unplayable. andquot;You give him the ball and he can make things happen. You can build a team and make a game plan, but when you have people like that, you have a chanc