Takeover Update: Preston North End Chairman Issues Statement
Preston North End Chairman Ian Penrose has issued a statement regarding the club's takeover, confirming that 'acceptable' offers have been made and negotiations are ongoing. The sale of a football club is a lengthy and complex process, involving legal, financial, and commercial due diligence. The club and the potential new owners are conscious of the need to conclude matters promptly to provide certainty for fans.
Summer Signings: Léo Leroy and Harry Clarke Join PNE
Penrose has also confirmed that the club has signed Léo Leroy and Harry Clarke, with combined transfer fees exceeding £4 million. These signings follow the arrivals of Delano Burgzorg and Jusef Erabi on loan, as well as the earlier signing of Lee Nicholls. The club has invested over £1.5 million in creating a new pitch at Deepdale, which is looking Premier League quality.
Fan Support: Call for PNE Faithful to be 'Positive' Ahead of New Season
Penrose has called on PNE fans to be 'positive' ahead of the new season, despite the uncertainty surrounding the takeover. The club is working hard to deliver a successful outcome for the fans and the team. With the new season just around the corner, the team is looking to build on last season's performance, which saw them finish 14th in the Championship with 60 points from 46 games.
League Standing: 14th in Championship, 60 pts, 15W-15D-16L from 46 games, recent form LWLLW.
The team has made a good start to the new season, with 55 goals scored and 62 conceded (-7 goal difference). They are currently 35 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race. The team's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in their last five games.
Recent Form: 2W-0D-3L (LLWWL, most recent first); lost the last 2.
The team's last result was a 1-3 loss to Southampton on May 2, 2026. With the new season just around the corner, the team is looking to build on last season's performance and make a push for the top six. The takeover uncertainty is a concern, but the team is working hard to deliver a successful outcome for the fans and the team.
