Sunderland AFC transfer news: Troy Parrott reveals reasons for choosing Preston over Cats, Middlesbrough and QPR

Preston North End have signed Troy Parrott on loan from Tottenham Hotspur for the 2022-23 season.
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Sunderland were understood to have made an offer for the in-demand player who has enjoyed loan stints at Millwall and Ipswich Town in recent seasons, with Championship rivals Queens Park Rangers also showing an interest.

Parrott joined Antonio Conte’s squad for Spurs’ pre-season tour of South Korea and impressed whilst with the first-team squad.

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Parrott said: “I’m buzzing to get going, to come in and see the place, meet the lads and get going really.

“I spoke to the manager first of all. I like the sound of how the team wants to play, they want to create a lot of chances which for me is a no brainer really, and obviously the Irish boys here also helps.

“I’ve been speaking to Browney [Alan Browne] and Robbie [Brady] and just asking what it’s like around the place and they’ve had nothing but good things to say, so I’m happy to be here."

Manager Ryan Lowe added: “Troy’s one I’ve monitored for some time; he had a fantastic season last year for MK Dons.

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“I watched him play for Ireland against Scotland in the summer when he scored a fantastic goal in the Nations League.

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“His work ethic is fantastic, his hold-up play is very good for the style he is, but ultimately we want Troy to score goals for us.

“We’ve beaten some fantastic competition to get him. I think we sold it to him with the style of play, the identity and what we want to achieve, and probably a little bit of help from a few of the Irish boys as well.

“I’m really pleased to get him on board, he’s going to be a fantastic addition.”