Next up, the Lilywhites host Cardiff City next Sunday afternoon, in what should be an enthralling encounter between two well-matched sides. Meanwhile, Preston continue to pursue key transfer targets ahead of the domestic deadline next week. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Toffees favourites to land King
Everton have emerged as the new bookies' favourites to land Bournemouth forward Josh King. The Norway international was linked with the likes of Man Utd and Leeds throughout the summer window. (Sky Bet) Photo: TIM GOODE
2. Welbeck released by Hornets
Watford have confirmed the release of ex-Arsenal and Man Utd striker Danny Welbeck. The England international, 29, was a Premier League winner with the Red Devils in 2013. (Club website) Photo: NEIL HALL
3. Man Utd could still seal Sarr
Manchester United have been tipped as the front-runners to sign Watford winger Ismaila Sarr, with the domestic transfer window allowing the club additional time to land the £40m-rated star. (Sport Witness) Photo: Naomi Baker
4. Rams fail with deadline day bids
Reports from Germany claim that Derby County saw three separate bids rejected for SV Darmstadt striker Serdar Dursun. Nottingham Forest were also believed to be keen on the towering forward. (Nottingham Post) Photo: Alex Grimm