Brighton defender Bernardo is targeting a Brazil call.

Bernardo joined Albion from Red Bull Leipzig in the Bundesliga in the summer to test himself at an even higher level.

He told The Argus: "Every player has ambitions and I think the biggest achievement I could have in my career is to play for the national team.

"But I have to be patient. It's probably the most difficult national team to get into.

"On a positive perspective, there are not many left-backs of my age playing at the level I am that have the experience I have, Champions League, Bundesliga, Premier League, but I know it's a long process because it's not easy.

"I'll keep working and try to develop because to be there you have to be on top form. At the right time I think I'll get my chance."