Preston North End transfer gossip will no doubt ramp up in June, but the end to last season is still relatively fresh and the focus has been on players leaving their clubs.
The Lilywhites have let Greg Cunningham and Ben Woodburn go, along with a group of second-year scholars. Ched Evans has been offered a player-coach role, with Alan Browne and Lewis Leigh having new deals on the table.
But, what about the ex-PNE men who are now on the lookout for a new club? We’ve kept on top of those throughout the month, as there’s been a few. Here’s a round-up of them all...
5. Matty James
The 32-year-old has left Bristol City after three years. He turned out 43 times in all competitions for the Robins, last season. | PAUL ELLIS
6. Paul Huntington
Huntington returned to his hometown club in the summer of 2022 and played 65 games in his two campaigns there. Last season, the centre-back managed 20 appearances. He leaves with a promotion and relegation. | Getty Images
7. Tom Bayliss
Shrewsbury Town released the midfielder following the 2023/24 season. The 25-year-old was one of eight players leaving New Meadow. He played 40 games last season and 81 in total for the club, with 10 goals scored. | Pete Norton
8. Joe Rodwell-Grant
The young forward has been let go by Wigan Athletic, after two seasons there. He played for the Under-21s and spent time on loan at FC United of Manchester. | CameraSport - Dave Howarth