George Hodgson

6 days ago | lep.co.uk | George Hodgson

Preston North End's retained list following the 2024/25 season has been confirmedPreston North End have confirmed that eight players will leave the club this summer. Freddie Woodman, Emil Riis, Ryan Ledson and Patrick Bauer will depart upon the expiry of their contracts, along with youngsters Kian Best, Kian Taylor, Cole McGhee and Tommy Davis. The Lilywhites have offered Robbie Brady a new contract at the club and Ched Evans is in discussions over a coaching role.

6 days ago | lep.co.uk | George Hodgson

The former Liverpool striker has completed a permanent move away from Preston North EndPreston North End striker Layton Stewart has completed a permanent move to FC Thun, for an undisclosed fee. The Lilywhites loaned the 22-year-old out in early January and the Swiss club confirmed they had the option-to-buy Stewart on a three-year deal. They have now taken that option up, on the back of securing the league title and promotion back to the Swiss Super Lig.

6 days ago | lep.co.uk | George Hodgson

The PNE midfielder is leaving upon the expiry of his contractRyan Ledson would’ve ‘hated’ finishing his Preston North End career with a relegation to League One. The Lilywhites stayed up on the final day of the 2024/25 season after drawing 2-2 at Bristol City. Paul Heckingbottom’s side were one of five teams at risk of the drop, but finished the campaign in 20th spot. Ledson started at Ashton Gate and put in a strong performance.

6 days ago | lep.co.uk | George Hodgson

PNE finished 20th in the 2024/25 ChampionshipPreston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom says the job at Deepdale isn’t bigger than he first thought. The Lilywhites were mid-table for the vast majority of season one under Heckingbottom, who was appointed on August 20 after the sudden exit of Ryan Lowe - and two league defeats. But, a dreadful run of results after the March international break saw North End dragged right into a last minute relegation battle.

1 week ago | lep.co.uk | George Hodgson

PNE are being linked with a return for Daniel IversenPreston North End are in for a hectic summer and will certainly be keen to get some early transfer business wrapped up. The Lilywhites could sign up 10 new players for manager Paul Heckingbottom’s first full season in charge. There is every possibility that reinforcements are sought in all positions, but a new recruit between the sticks looks guaranteed.