The 41-year-old Potters manager took charge of nearly 200 league games in a close-to four-year spell with the Lilywhites before moving to Sunderland, just as his predecessor Simon Grayson had done.
The Scot switched to the bet365 Stadium at the back end of August following Michael O’Neill’s dismissal and has collected nine points from seven fixtures since.
North End, meanwhile, relinquished their unbeaten league record on the road when losing out to Bristol City at Ashton Gate, having taken seven points from games against the Black Cats, West Brom and Norwich City beforehand.
How will Ryan Lowe line his side up for the 14th game of the season at the weekend?
5. Brad Potts (RWB)
Preston North End's Brad Potts playing with two bandaged wrists The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Preston North End v Birmingham City - Saturday 3rd September 2022 - Deepdale - Preston Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
6. Ben Whiteman (CM)
Preston North End's Ben Whiteman is dejected at the final whistle The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Preston North End v Sheffield United - Saturday 17th September 2022 - Deepdale - Preston Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
7. Alan Browne (CM)
SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 01: Preston player Alan Browne in action during the Sky Bet Championship between Sunderland and Preston North End at Stadium of Light on October 01, 2022 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster
8. Ali McCann (CM)
Preston North End's Ali McCann and Ben Whiteman The EFL Sky Bet Championship - Preston North End v West Bromwich Albion - Wednesday 5th October 2022 - Deepdale - Preston Photo: CameraSport - Paul Greenwood