Arsenal have already found their next Bukayo Saka for Mikel Arteta after Hale End breakthrough
At just 21, Saka is already one of the best right wingers in the world
At just 21, Saka is already one of the best right wingers in the world
In Amario Cozier-Duberry, Arsenal may have already unearthed their next Bukayo Saka.
Saka, the winger leading the Gunners’ title bid, is the best young player the Hale End Academy has produced for many years. Since making his debut in 2018, Saka, who is only 21 years old, has established himself as a crucial player and is rapidly approaching 200 appearances for his boyhood team.
However, it’s possible that 17-year-old Cozier-Duberry, that man, is already present at the club. Cozier-Duberry, like Saka, grew up supporting Arsenal, has risen through the ranks, and can play multiple positions. Of course, Saka frequently played left back in his early seasons with the first team.
But ultimately, right side is where Cozier-Duberry prefers to play, and the teenager is a regular for the club’s U23 team. Speaking to Give Me Sport, football.london Arsenal writer Kaya Kaynak has likened Cozier-Duberry to that of Saka due to some of his traits on the pitch, as well as his ability to play in numerous places.
He is a comparable player in that he can play a creative midfield role, is left-footed, and can drift centrally. He mostly plays on the right wing, but he is quite adaptable and can play a variety of positions.
Similar to what Saka did when he first joined the team. Cozier-Duberry, who first played left-back but is now a right flank, is unquestionably capable of doing that.