By J Bateman
December 13 2002

Preston boss Craig Brown is looking to strengthen his squad with a move for former Derby defender Brian O Neil. Brian O Neil is a target for Preston North End , Craig Brown has been looking at the 30 year old former Celtic and Derby defender.

Derby had to release O Neil due to finanical worrys at Pride Park , he last played for Derby in there 2-0 defeat to Preston in September.

Preston are looking to add to there squad especially in defence to continue there steady climb up the table , but Brown will have to act quickly because it's reported that several other clubs are chasing the defender.