The Lilywhites are back in action on Wednesday evening, when they take on Brighton in the EFL Cup. After that, Alex Neil's side will gear up for a second tier clash against Stoke City on Saturday afternoon. In the meantime, here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Boro linked with ex-Chelsea youngster
Middlesbrough, Huddersfield Town and Brentford are among a host of sides to be credited with an interest in AFC Wimbledon left-back Nesta Guinness-Walker. The 21-year-old began his career in the Chelsea youth academy. (Team Talk) Photo: Clive Brunskill
2. Brooks on Sancho backup list
Manchester United are said to have Bournemouth star David Brooks down as a potential backup option for Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho, but are still committed to landing their £108m-rated number one target. (MEN) Photo: Pool
3. Hornets star could join Man Utd
Watford's winger Ismaila Sarr could be set to join Manchester United instead of Liverpool. The Hornets are understood to be willing to let the player go out on, if his £40m asking price isn't met. (90min) Photo: Richard Heathcote
4. Gunners still keen on Raya
Arsenal are still said to be keen on Brentford goalkeeper David Raya, and could make another move to sign the Spaniard in the current transfer window as they look to replace Emialiano Martinez, who is now at Aston Villa. (Goal) Photo: Catherine Ivill