AdminPreston North End are reportedly interested in a loan move for Leicester City midfielder Oliver Skipp as they consider options to strengthen their squad ahead of the new campaign.
The Championship side are understood to be exploring the possibility of bringing the 25-year-old to Deepdale, with Skipp emerging as a potential replacement for captain Ben Whiteman.
Skipp could offer Preston valuable experience in the middle of the pitch, having already played at the highest level of English football.
His time in the Premier League has given him a strong understanding of the demands of the division, while his previous Championship experience adds another important quality to his profile.
The Leicester midfielder would also bring the experience of winning major domestic competitions, something that could prove valuable to a Preston squad looking to compete strongly during the season.
A move to Preston could provide Skipp with the opportunity to enjoy regular first-team football and take on an important role in midfield.
For Leicester, meanwhile, a temporary move could allow the midfielder to continue developing while gaining valuable minutes.
With Preston searching for a potential successor to Whiteman, Skipp appears to have become a player of interest.
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Preston are interested in a loan move for Leicester midfielder Oliver Skipp as a potential replacement for captain Ben Whiteman.
Skipp (25) would add Premier League and Championship-winning experience to the Preston squad. #pne #LCFC
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