Shakhtar Donetsk defender Mykola Matviyenko is emerging as a potential first signing of the Roberto de Zerbi era at Brighton.

The Athletic report that the Seagulls are extremely interested in bringing in the left-sided centre-back when the transfer window reopens in January.

The 26-year-old has won more than 50 caps for Ukraine, and is expected to cost in the region of £17m.

Former Shakhtar coach De Zerbi finally won his first game as Brighton manager at the sixth attempt on Saturday as his side thrashed Chelsea 4-1 at the Amex.