Andy Lonergan on Albion's radar

Preston's £1million-rated No 1 Andy Lonergan is the latest to emerge on Albion's radar.

The 26-year-old has joined Lee Grant on a list of potential targets, as the Baggies seek competition for Scott Carson following their return to the Premier League.

They may find the way clear to pursue Lonergan, who it's understood is keen to try his luck in the Premier League after having his best season last term.

Albion could find competition from fellow promoted team Blackpool as well as relegated Burnley, for a player who was voted Preston's Player of the Year last season and who signed a new long term contract only a year ago.

But Preston, who were rescued from a winding up order a few weeks ago over a £450,000 unpaid tax bill, need to continue selling to balance the books.

Nine players have been allowed to leave since Darren Ferguson's appointment in January and Lonergan, who is believed to be their highest paid player, could be next.

Lonergan has done well against Premier League sides, having impressed against Chelsea and Liverpool in the cups in recent seasons.

Preston also have a ready-made replacement in former Villa reserve Wayne Henderson.