Preston North End: July 2008 - news archive

Preston have signed Sunderland winger Ross Wallace on a 12-month loan and could snap him up on a permanent deal.

Preston boss Alan Irvine claims Wednesday night's friendly at Motherwell is just what North End need at this stage of pre-season.

Preston have lost out to Championship rivals Norwich in the race to sign Celtic defender John Kennedy on loan.

Celtic defender Mark Kennedy is in talks with Preston and Norwich about a possible season-long loan move to the Championship.

Alan Irvine says out-of-favour midfielder Jason Jarrett could still have a future at Preston after impressing during pre-season.

Alan Irvine has called for his Preston forwards to be more ruthless in the final third after drawing a blank in the defeat to Everton.

Preston striker Neil Mellor insists he is determined to prove he is worth a new deal.

Preston boss Alan Irvine is hopeful he could be set to land a summer target after being linked with Charlton defender Jonathan Fortune.

Alan Irvine is not expecting injured Preston defender Liam Chilvers back until December - but will not rush him if there is any risk.

Preston have been forced to search for a new defender after the news that centre back Neil Trontman will miss the start of the season.

Giant striker Chris Brown has told Alan Irvine he believes he has what it takes to fire Preston to the Premier League.

Preston boss Alan Irvine admits his side's 11-0 demolition of Austrian part-timers FC Erdal Hallein was a meaningless result.

Brett Ormerod has delivered a blow to Nottingham Forest by insisting he wants to fight for his future at Preston.

Neil Mellor believes a good start to the new Championship season could help him win a new contract at Preston.

Preston chairman Derek Shaw has warned Ipswich Town that highly-rated goalkeeper Andrew Lonergan is not for sale.

Preston manager Alan Irvine has spoken of his determination to hang on to stars like Sean St Ledger and Simon Whaley.

Alan Irvine has praised the fitness levels of his Preston players and has backed them to get their rewards.

Preston's Wayne Henderson has revealed his determination to reclaim the goalkeeper's jersey from Andrew Lonergan.

Sunderland winger Ross Wallace has reportedly turned down a £1m switch to Preston to try and resurrect his Black Cats career.

Alan Irvine admits he is prepared to wait until the end of August to sign players he feels will improve his Preston squad.

Preston have won the race to sign Barry Nicholson who has signed on a free transfer after leaving Aberdeen.