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Preston North End are delighted to confirm Andrew Hughes has extended his stay with the club.

The left-sided defender has signed a deal which will keep him at Deepdale until at least the summer of 2026.

Hughesy, who was due to be out of contract at the end of the current campaign, has made 241 appearances for PNE since his arrival in Lancashire in 2018.

Hughesy said: “I’ve really enjoyed my time here up to now. For me, it was a case of looking to extend my stay.

“It’s not easy to stay at a club for such a long period of time and the level as well. On a personal note, I’m really pleased, but it would be nice to achieve something as well.

“I think everyone’s really enjoying playing football. Everyone’s pulling in the right direction so we’re in for a good second half of the season.”




The 32-year-old began his professional career with Newport County before making the step up to join Peterborough United in 2016.

After two years at Posh, the defender signed for North End and has consistently featured for the Lilywhites over the course of seven seasons.

Within the current PNE squad, no player has made more appearances for the club, and the new deal will give the Welshman an opportunity to reach the 300-game milestone.

Manager Paul Heckingbottom said: “We’re happy to tie down Hughesy for another year because he’s an important part of the team.

“He offers us some flexibility and I think over the years he’s really established himself as a Championship defender. Hughesy’s started every league game for us this season when he’s been available which speaks volumes.

“Everyone knows we were keen to add to the backline, and that’s why we brought Lewis in, but there’s also players here who we want to move forwards with us and Hughesy’s definitely one of them.”