'I love him to pieces' - Gus Poyet waxes lyrical over Brighton 'genius'
The towering centre-back remains a integral figure for the Seagulls, but really established himself as a first team stalwart during the Uruguayan’s time on the south coast.
The 29-year-old made his 22nd appearance of the Premier League campaign in his side’s 2-1 defeat against Crystal Palace on Monday evening, and prior to that match, Poyet was eager to sing his praises.
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Hide AdSpeaking on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football, the South American said: “Dunk is a genius. I love him to pieces.
"He was very young [when Poyet was at the club], he was coming through. When you start playing for the second team, you see the first team and you want to be in there, but there is a time.
"He was very intelligent, very clever, and now he is the main leader.
"I am pleased for him.”