The Lilywhites briefly drifted towards the relegation earlier in the season, but have rallied under interim head coach Frankie McAvoy in recent weeks, and could finish as high as eleventh in the league table if results go their way over the course of the final two match days of the season.
Speaking ahead of this weekend's clash against the Tykes, Preston skipper Allan Browne was asked to sum up his season, and answered honestly: “Not great. It was just a poor season all round. I’ve moved around positions but I still think I could have performed better. No matter where I play I expect a lot from myself.
“I just wasn’t up to it this year, there is no reason for that, I just wasn’t at it. I need to change that going into next year.
“It’s been really tough for everyone, that is not why I’ve had a poor season I know what I’m capable of and I know I will have a lot better one next year.”
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Preston North End and the rest of the Championship, as the build-up to this weekend's action continues:
5. Hatters receive Gomes boost
Luton Town have been handed a boost in their apparent pursuit of Morcambe star Carlos Mendes Gomes, with Huddersfield Town said to have no interest in the player despite previous reports suggesting they were keen. He's scored 15 league goals so far this season. (The 72) Photo: George Wood
6. Nurnberg keen on Terriers ace
Huddersfield Town defender Christopher Schindler has been linked with a loan move to second-tier German side FC Nurnberg. He's been tipped as an ideal short-term signing for the cash-strapped side. (Sport Witness) Photo: George Wood
7. Owls target up for grab this summer
Sheffield Wednesday's hopes of signing Rangers winger Jordan Jones have received a boost, following reports that he'll be allowed to leave in the summer. He's currently impressing on loan with League One side Sunderland. (Sunderland Echo) Photo: Bryn Lennon
8. Celtic to join Wyke scrap
Celtic are the latest side to be linked with a move for Sunderland's star striker Charlie Wyke. Nottingham Forest and Middlesbrough are also thought to be keen on the 28-year-old, who has scored 30 goals so far this season. (Wales Online) Photo: Justin Setterfield