Founded in 1880, Preston North End has been a mainstay in the English Football League for many years and has seen its fair share of great players.
From players who have aided playoff pushes to relegation fight heroes, the Lilywhites have had a whole host of influential players put on the iconic orange shirt.
We asked readers of the Lancashire Post who were the best players to play for the club in their generation and the response was overwhelming.
So here are 21 of the best players to play for Preston North End in history as voted by fans:

13. Tony Morley
A skilful, nippy winger, Tony Morley signed as an apprentice with Preston North End in July 1969, before turning professional in August 1972. | Pinterest

14. John Thomas
John Thomas found the net 38 times in just 78 appearances for Preston North End, despite a chequered playing career with the club. He was named the club's Player of the Year for the 1985/86 season Photo: Neil Cross

15. Gary Brazil
Gary Brazil arrived at Preston North End in 1985 and played with the club until 1989, making 166 appearances. He was a popular player, winning the Player of the Year award in 1987. He scored 58 goals and was named top goalscorer in the 1985/86 and 1987/88 seasons Photo: Archive

16. Brian Mooney
The former Liverpool winger proved an instant success at North End in 1987 and quickly became a darling of the club. Initially arriving on loan before PNE forked out £25,000 for his services, the Dubliner played 128 games for Preston and scored 26 goals. He was named the club's official player of the year in 1988–89. | National World


