Over the years Preston North End have had many memorable players who have cemented their way into the heart of the team in midfield. All through the 80s, 90s and 00s there have been players who have gone on to become some of the most popular players the club has utilised. How many of these men do you remember?
17. Warren Joyce
Popular figure Warren Joyce enjoyed great success at Preston North End, even earning himself the title 'Psycho', due to his never-say-die commitment to the cause. In all he played 208 matches for the Lilywhites scoring 44 goals, winning himself the club's player of the year award Photo: Archive
18. Barry Nicholson
Barry Nicholson had a time marred with injury at Preston North End, but the midfielder managed to make 93 appearances and score nine goals Photo: Iain Lynn
19. Brian O'Neil
Brian O'Neil enjoyed relative success with PNE, scoring five times in 110 games and becoming well-regarded by Preston supporters for his calm play and fine passing in the centre of the pitch Photo: Ian Robinson
20. Gareth Ainsworth
Gareth Ainsworth enjoyed three spells with Preston North End. The first brief spell in 1992 saw him make just five appearances. But this was followed up by a longer stint with the club, from 1993 until 1995 - bagging himself 83 appearances and 14 goals. He returned to PNE on loan from Wimbledon in 2002 and played another five times, scoring once Photo: Archive