Preston North End have confirmed Ched Evans has signed a new deal to become a player-coach at Deepdale.
The 35-year-old - who’s been with the Lilywhites since January 2021 and has scored 16 goals in 92 appearances - was due to see his contract with the club expire at the end of this month. Ryan Lowe was keen for the striker to remain with North End, though, and offered him an opportunity to remain at the club in both a playing and coaching capacity.
“Preston’s a place I’ve come to love and I know everyone here. For me, having the opportunity to stay here was massive.” Evans has been working on his coaching badges in recent years and has secured both the UEFA A and B licences. Congratulating him on his new role, Lowe said: “I’m really pleased Ched’s accepted the chance to join the great coaching staff we’ve got already.
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