Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi says their form hinges much on Lewis Dunk.

The Italian admits he enjoys working with the defender.

De Zerbi said of Dunk: “He has to play every game because he is too important for us. He is very important for us.

“I think he is one of the best five centre-backs in the Premier League, but not only in the Premier League.

“You can understand what I think about the quality of Lewis."