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Parrott just cannot wait to Troy out Lilywhites

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TOTTENHAM forward Troy Parrott has extended his contract until 2025 and joined Championsh­ip side Preston on a season-long loan deal.

The Republic of Ireland internatio­nal has made four firstteam appearance­s for Spurs, including two in the Premier League, and went on his parent club’s recent pre-season tour of Asia.

He could be in contention to make his Lilywhites debut in Saturday’s Championsh­ip opener at Wigan.

Preston manager Ryan Lowe said: “Troy is one I have monitored for some time.

“His work ethic is fantastic, his hold-up play is very good for the style he is but ultimately we want Troy to score goals for us.

“We have beaten some fantastic competitio­n to get him.

“I am really pleased to have him on board, he is going to be a fantastic addition.”

Parrott scored eight times in 41 League One appearance­s for MK Dons last season, having had previous loan spells with Millwall and Ipswich.

The 20-year-old, who has registered four goals in 15 caps for his country, joins compatriot­s Greg Cunningham, Alan Browne, Robbie Brady and Sean Maguire at Deepdale.

He said: “I am buzzing to get going, to come in and see the place, meet the lads.

“I like the sound of how the team wants to play, they want to create a lot of chances which for me is a no-brainer really, and the Irish boys being here also helps.”

TEENAGE striker Sekou Mara has signalled his intention to become “one of the best” after signing a four-year deal with Southampto­n.

The Paris-born 19-year-old, a France under-21 internatio­nal, has completed his move from Bordeaux, subject to internatio­nal clearance, after the two clubs agreed terms in principle last week

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Striker Troy Parrott

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