Preston North End confirm loan move and new contract for 19-year-old hailed 'great lad' by manager

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New contract for PNE youngster and loan move

Preston North End young pro Kitt Nelson has signed a new contract until 2028 and immediately gone out on loan to Cork City.

The 19-year-old heads out for his second loan spell, having made 25+ appearances for Workington AFC last season. Nelson, who joined PNE’s academy at Under-9s, signed professional terms in 2023. He has been on the bench four times for North End in the Championship this campaign, but is yet to debut.

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Upon making the move to Cork, Nelson said: “I’m delighted to be here. It’s a really exciting opportunity to play for a big club like Cork City. I can’t wait to get going There’s a good connection between Preston North End and City.

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“I know some of the players here - I’ve played with Harry Nevin, and Seani Maguire was at Preston for a few years. I’m just looking forward to getting on the pitch at Turner’s Cross now.”

Nelson was a forward in academy football for North End but has predominantly been used as a wing-back in reserve matches this season. Having included the teenager in first team training, PNE boss Paul Heckingbottom is behind the contract extension.

He said: “Kitt’s definitely deserved his new deal. He’s a great lad with a top attitude and he’s worked really hard ever since I arrived.

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“I think his loan to Cork will do him the world of good in terms of going out and getting that experience in a good league and getting used to playing men’s football.”

“We’re delighted to get this deal done...”

Cork manager Tim Clancy said: “We’re delighted to get this deal done, as Kitt is a player that we have been looking at bringing in.

“He’s an exciting young player that brings a lot of versatility to the team as well. He can play in the middle of the park or up front, so we’re happy to have him on board.”

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