So off we will go again. Will it be an exciting season or one of forelone hope? Mr Heckinbottom is quick off the mark rebuilding his type of team.
Preston North End are delighted to confirm Robbie Brady has signed a new deal with the club. The Republic of Ireland international has extended his stay at Deepdale by at least 12 months, with his contract also including the option of an additional year. Robbie first joined North End in July 2022 and has gone on to make 100 appearances for the Lilywhites over the past three campaigns. Robbie said: “I’m absolutely delighted. I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far and I’m looking forward to another season ahead. “The manager’s been honest with me since the minute he came in and I think we've got on since. It's been brilliant for me to be able to go back and forward with the manager like that. “I know he has trust in me and from chats I've had with him he gives me the confidence that I need to be able to perform. Like I said, I'm looking forward to another year of working with all involved.” The 33-year-old arrived at Deepdale with a wealth of experience at the highest level, having played more than 150 times in the Premier League, and his cap tally for Republic of Ireland now stands at 70. Robbie’s enjoyed some big moments during his time with PNE, notably his stunning free-kick against former side Burnley in the Emirates FA Cup fifth round which was voted as the club’s Goal of the Season. Manager Paul Heckingbottom said: “Getting Robbie signed up for next season is great news for us. “I think his quality’s there for all to see. He’s got a great delivery with his left foot, he’s a player who can do a number of different jobs for us as we saw last season, and he’s got real fight in his game. “He’s someone who can really impact matches. He’s a big part of things behind the scenes, too, so we’re really pleased he’ll be here again next season.”
Preston North End are delighted to confirm Pol Valentín will join the club on 1st July 2025, subject to international clearance and a successful visa application. The right-back has signed a three-year deal at Deepdale and becomes the third signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Jordan Thompson and Daniel Iversen. Pol has spent the previous two seasons in the Championship with Sheffield Wednesday, accumulating 77 appearances in English football. Pol said: “I’m feeling so happy to be here. Since they called me, they made me feel like ‘You’re going to feel at home. You’re going to feel like you’re in a family.’ “I’m very proud. I’ve spoken with different people that played here, for example Bambo [Diaby], and people who know the manager or how the club is. They told me about the club and said they’re the best club for me. I didn’t have any doubt to come.” please log in to view this image Growing up in a footballing family, Pol’s career began in his native Spain, representing Valencia and Sporting Gijon, among others. In 2023, the now 28-year-old made the move to Yorkshire to join up with Sheffield Wednesday, where he became a popular figure among the fanbase. Pol’s contract at Hillsborough is due to expire at the end of June, and he will officially become a PNE player on 1st July 2025 ahead of the new campaign. Manager Paul Heckingbottom said: “I’m really happy we’ve got Pol joining us. He comes with good experience at this level and he’s someone I’ve been impressed with over the past two years in the Championship. “He’s an athletic full-back who uses his pace really well to get on the front foot and be positive in the final third. He’s another good addition to our squad.”
Preston North End are delighted to confirm Kacper Pasiek has signed his first professional contract with the club. The 19-year-old had a one-year option exercised at the end of his scholarship last summer and has now put pen to paper on a two-year deal at Deepdale. Kacper joined North End at a very young age and has progressed right through the ranks, going on to play a key role in the U19s winning the Youth Alliance League and Cup in the 2023/24 season. The left-sided defender earned senior experience during the 2024/25 campaign by featuring in a number of first team matchday squads, while also enjoying a loan spell with National League side Altrincham. Congratulations on your deal, Kacper!
