It brought in a transfer fee and created space in the squad, with North End in the market for players to strengthen different areas of their squad.
The summer transfer market in the Championship is starting to heat up, more so regarding gossip at the moment rather than actually deals.
But slowly more deals are being agreed and the rate will increase as the return to pre-season training nears.
Here is a round-up of all the transfer talk and rumours in the Championship.
5. Birmingham linked with Owls striker
Birmingham City have been linked with Sheffield Wednesday striker Josh Windass. (Daily Star) Photo: Camerasporet
6. Cardiff chase Crewe midfielder
Cardiff are in talks with Crewe midfielder Ryan Wintle. (Football Insider) Photo: Press Association
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Nottingham Forest want to bring back Manchester United loanee James Garner to the City Ground, Brighton and Norwich are also interested. (Nottingham Post) Photo: Camerasport
8. Former PNE striker makes vow
Jayden Strockley wants to have the best years of his career after leaving Preston to join Charlton. (South London Press) Photo: Press Association