Preston North End Sign Thierry Small From Charlton on Four-Year Deal

Preston North End has signed 20-year-old defender Thierry Small from Charlton Athletic on a four-year contract, making him their fourth signing of the summer transfer window. Small, who was part of Charlton's promotion-winning team last season and made 62 appearances for the club, chose Preston over renewing his contract with Charlton, with both clubs agreeing on training compensation. Small, a product of Everton's youth system with subsequent spells at Southampton, Port Vale, and St Mirren, expressed excitement about joining Preston, seeing it as the next step in his career to continue developing and contributing to the team's success. Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom praised Small's pace, power, and one-on-one ability, emphasizing the player's eagerness to improve and work hard. Charlton manager Nathan Jones acknowledged Small's decision and thanked him for his contributions, including his role as the club's Professional Footballers’ Association Community Champion. Small’s move to Preston follows other summer signings, including Daniel Iversen, Pol Valentin, and Jordan Thompson.