The Lilywhites are in impressive form under Ryan Lowe and have suffered only one defeat from their ten league matches this year.
Reading are battling relegation and will need to take points from Preston this weekend if they are to widen the two-point gap on themselves and the bottom three.
Meanwhile, Preston can potentially move within one point of a play-off spot.
Here are the best of today’s transfer rumours...
Meanwhile, Preston can potentially move within one point of a play-off spot.
5. Ex-Hull boss to join Posh
Grant McCann has reportedly agreed to return to management with Peterborough United following the sacking of Darren Ferguson. The 41-year-old previously helped Posh win promotion to the Championship in 2011. (Peterborough Telegraph) Photo: James Gill - Danehouse
6. Tigers prepared to spend 'big money'
Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has admitted he is prepared to spend big money on a striker this summer. Keane Lewis-Potter is currently the Tigers' top scorer with seven goals. (The 72) Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Stoke City man to return to Millwall
Stoke City's head of recruitment Alex Aldridge is set to return to Millwall, two years after arriving at the bet365 Stadium from the London club. (StokeonTrentLive) Photo: James Gill - Danehouse