Alan Irvine remains firmly in the hunt for new signings while putting his side through their pre-season paces.

Although admitting that he may have to offload players before he can bring any in, both Irvine and chairman Derek Shaw remain adamant that that does not mean Paul McKenna is on his way to Nottingham Forest unless a much-improved offer comes in for the midfielder.

Reports in Glasgow on Tuesday meanwhile suggest that Preston may look to match or beat Blackpool's bid for Charlie Adam of Rangers.

An offer in the region of £500,000 has been accepted by the Ibrox giants.

PNE return from Austria for friendly workouts against Bamber Bridge and Chorley next Tuesday.