Preston North End Announce New Midfield Signing During Half-Time

Preston North End Make Surprise Transfer Announcemnt During Match

At half-time of PNE's match against Bristol City this evening it was announced to the stadium that two new arrivals have come through the door.

Celtic striker Johnny Kenny which had been reported a little bit more online however they also announced the arrival of Norwich midfielder Liam Gibbs which was a little bit more surprising.

BREAKING NEWS: PNE announce the double signing of Celtic striker Johnny Kenny and Norwich midfielder Liam Gibbs... during the game!

More to come post-match. #pnefc

— Ross Chapman (@RChapmanSport) September 1, 2026

Gibbs arrived at the Canaries in the 22/23 season and has put in some impressive displays over the years which has resulted in him gaining the coveted number 8 shirt.

The move has been announced as a season long loan and has been met with mixed reactions by the fans with many seemingly confused over who he is.

Norwich fans have given him a solid review however which will help with the whole 'not knowing' him but it has come as a shock move for many.