Preston North End work on deal to sign Middlesbrough's Josh Coburn - sources
Preston North End are working on a deal to sign Middlesbrough striker Josh Coburn before the cut-off, sources have told Football Insider.
Coburn is down the pecking order following the recent arrival of Tommy Conway and a number of clubs are monitoring his situation at the Riverside.
New Preston boss Paul Heckingbottom is keen to bolster his side's attacking options before the close of the transfer window and he is a big admirer of the 21-year-old striker.
The young striker led the line for Michael Carrick's side in their heavy 5-0 League Cup defeat to Championship rivals Stoke City on Tuesday (August 27).
Preston North End want Josh Coburn to bolster attack
Coburn has made 56 appearances and scored 12 goals for Middlesbrough since breaking into the first team back in 2021.
The striker was prolific in his academy days, scoring 20 goals in 44 appearances across the Under-18s and Under-23s.
He has yet to carry his productive academy form into senior football but played a key role in his side’s 3-0 victory over Leeds United, scoring a goal and providing an assist.
Coburn isn't the only potential departure from the Riverside Stadium as the transfer window clock ticks down.
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