Pete O’Rourke of Football Insider reported at the start of the month that a potential loan deal for Oliver Skipp to Preston North End was considered. The deal may now not proceed given the Lilywhites' new interest in James McConnell.

Pete O’Rourke reports that Preston North End are interested in a loan move for Leicester City midfielder Oliver Skipp, who is considered a potential replacement for captain Ben Whiteman. Skipp is a 25-year-old English former Tottenham player who would bring Premier League and Championship-winning experience. The midfielder joined Leicester in August 2024 and is under contract until June 2029. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €4.00m. Skipp has been capped 24 times for the England U21 team, and Middlesbrough have also shown interest in him.