Alex Neil' s side will look to bounce back this weekend, when they take on Mick McCarthy's in-form Cardiff City away from home tomorrow afternoon.Speaking to the Lancashire Post ahead of the weekend, the Preston boss discussed his side's recent form, and claimed: "In the last two games they've done well. I was disappointed against Rotherham, we've spoken at length about that.
"In the last two games though we've been very good defensively.
"What you have to remember is not only do we have a new defence in terms of the centre back partnership, but we've also got a new goalkeeper, we've also got a new centre midfielder and a new centre forward.
"The spine of our team is unrecognisable from what it's been for the best part of three season. I don't think it's recognised how hard that can be for the lads and the team."
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Preston North End and the rest of the Championship, ahead of the midweek action:
1. Boro join race for Ligue 2 sensation
Middlesbrough, Bournemouth and Norwich City have all been linked with a move for Toulouse striker Rhys Healey. The ex-MK Dons ace has netted nine goals in ten starts for the Ligue 2 outfit so far this season. (Team Talk) Photo: Paul Harding
2. Blues boss on thin ice
Birmingham City are rumoured to be close to sacking manager Aitor Karanka, after a difficult first season at the club. He's won less than 20% of his games in charge, and his side are without a win in six matches. (Team Talk) Photo: Naomi Baker
3. Cherries starlet on Arsenal's radar
Arsenal are believed to be monitoring Bournemouth wonderkid Ajani Burchall, who has turned down a scholarship deal with the club. The 16-year-old made his Cherries debut last December in a 5-0 win over Huddersfield Town. (The Sun) Photo: Richard Heathcote
4. Henry closes in on Cherries job
Ex-Arsenal star Thierry Henry looks set to become Bournemouth's next manager, with his odds being slashed to 1/7 following speculation over a move to the Championship side. He's currently at the helm of MLS side CF Montreal (SkyBet) Photo: Michael Reaves