Preston North End boss Paul Heckingbottom has expressed his optimism about the transfer window, despite the challenges in the market. Speaking in his latest press conference, Heckingbottom refused to be drawn into speculation about individuals.
What happened?
Several reports in the past 48 hours have suggested that Preston North End are close to finalising a deal for Oxford United winger Stan Mills. However, the U's are currently under a transfer embargo and will be looking to find a replacement within their restrictions.
Why it matters for Preston
Heckingbottom was speaking ahead of Preston North End's Championship opener away to Bolton Wanderers on Saturday lunchtime. The club has already brought in four players this summer, including goalkeeper Lee Nicholls and club record signing Alfie Devine.
What comes next?
Heckingbottom knows more signings are needed, and he's confident of getting them. "I think we do a good job in terms of when we can get in front of a player," he said. "Things are agreed and then, selling the football club, selling how we work with players, showing them what we think they bring to us as a team and where we expect to help them improve their game. I think we're pretty good at that."
Preston North End have a busy schedule ahead of them, with several transfer deals reportedly in the works. The club is currently 14th in the Championship, with 60 points from 46 games last season. They have scored 55 goals this season, conceding 62, and are 35 points behind leaders Coventry.
Recent form
Preston North End's recent form has been a concern, with two consecutive losses in their last five games. However, Heckingbottom remains optimistic about the team's chances. "I think we're in a good place," he said. "We've got a good squad, and we're looking to add to it."
The club's next fixture is away to Bolton on Saturday, and Heckingbottom is expecting a tough game. "Bolton are a good team, and they'll be looking to cause us problems," he said. "But we're confident in our ability to get a result."
League standing
Preston North End's league standing is 14th in the Championship, with 60 points from 46 games last season. They have scored 55 goals this season, conceding 62, and are 35 points behind leaders Coventry.
The club's recent form has been a concern, with two consecutive losses in their last five games. However, Heckingbottom remains optimistic about the team's chances. "I think we're in a good place," he said. "We've got a good squad, and we're looking to add to it."
Transfer window
Heckingbottom knows more signings are needed, and he's confident of getting them. "I think we do a good job in terms of when we can get in front of a player," he said. "Things are agreed and then, selling the football club, selling how we work with players, showing them what we think they bring to us as a team and where we expect to help them improve their game. I think we're pretty good at that."
The club's next fixture is away to Bolton on Saturday, and Heckingbottom is expecting a tough game. "Bolton are a good team, and they'll be looking to cause us problems," he said. "But we're confident in our ability to get a result.
