Painter joined Brighton in the summer after a successful loan spell last season

Brighton defender Marcos Painter says being an ever-present in their campaign is the highlight of his career so far.

The 24-year-old has played every minute as the Seagulls have built an eight-point lead at the top of League One.

He told BBC Sussex: "The way the team is playing is brilliant. I'm lucky but I've worked hard to get where I am.

"It's a brilliant feeling to be playing every game so far. Come the end of the season I want to be saying the same thing - that I played a big part."

Painter added: "To play every minute of every game is what every player wants to do.

Brighton are on an 11-match unbeaten run in the league, and Painter is hopeful of maintaining their record when they welcome Exeter on Tuesday.

"We're hitting a good spot of form at the moment and it's clear for everyone to see," he added.

"We try to play the perfect game every week and we'll keep trying to get the same results and the same performances."

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