Coventry City and Sheffield United are currently in a tug-of-war over Preston North End captain Alan Browne, as reported by Alan Nixon on Patreon. The Republic of Ireland international’s contract is set to expire this summer, sparking interest from multiple clubs eyeing a free transfer deal.

Coventry City, looking to bolster their midfield options, are keeping a close eye on Browne, especially with potential departures looming in their squad. With key players like Ben Sheaf and Callum O’Hare possibly on the move, the Sky Blues see Browne as a valuable addition to add experience and depth to their midfield ranks.

Despite interest from Coventry and Sheffield United, Preston North End has reportedly offered Browne a record contract to keep him at Deepdale. The two interested clubs are finding it hard to match the financial package put forward by Preston, raising uncertainty over Browne’s next move.

Neil Littlewood, a Coventry fan pundit, views Browne as a positive signing for the club, emphasizing the need for an experienced midfielder in their relatively young squad. He praises Browne’s skill set, international pedigree, and the potential impact he could bring to Coventry’s midfield.

Littlewood acknowledges the challenging task of securing Browne due to Preston’s lucrative offer but remains optimistic about the potential transfer. He sees the move as both a statement of intent for Coventry and a strategic boost to their squad, should they successfully land the Preston captain.