Next up, the Lilywhites will look to bounce back in midweek, when they take on Derby County in the second round of the EFL Cup this evening. Attention will then be returned to the second tier, ahead of a tricky trip to play Norwich City on Saturday. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Championship.
1. Reds target could be sold
Liverpool's hopes of signing Norwich City midfielder Todd Cantwell look to have been boosted, following claims that the Canaries are ready to sell the £18m-rated man this summer. He's got three England U21 caps. (Daily Mail) Photo: RICHARD HEATHCOTE
2. Hornets set for transfer windfall
Watford could be set to part ways with left-back Pervis Estupinan, with Villarael tipped to pay around £14m to sign the Ecuador international. He's been out on loan at various clubs for the last four years. (Sport Witness) Photo: JUAN CEVALLOS
3. Palace escalate Benrahma approach
Crystal Palace are said to have escalated their efforts to beat Leeds and Aston Villa to sign Brentford's Said Benrahma. They're set to meet with the club's officials ahead of lodging a bid, likely to be in the region of £20m. (Sky Sports) Photo: Alex Burstow
4. Owls home in on Zohore
Sheffield Wednesday are believed to be "in discussions" with West Bromwich Albion over a loan deal for striker Kenneth Zohore, as they look to beat Middlesbrough to the ex-Cardiff City marksman. (Yorkshire Live) Photo: Laurence Griffiths