Lewis Dunk has hailed Brighton boss Chris Hughton for helping him mature into a top-class defender.
Hughton celebrated four years at the Brighton helm on December 31, having steered the Seagulls to Premier League stability in that time.
Centre-back Dunk cited his England debut in the 3-0 win over the USA at Wembley in November as a personal highlight for 2018, crediting Hughton for helping him realise his international ambition.
'I've had a few managers at this club, and he's definitely up there with the best I've had in my career,' Dunk told Brighton's official club website.