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Matthew Olosunde misses out for Preston with an Achilles problem

New signing Matthew Olosunde will be absent for his side’s opener against .

The right-back, one of five new arrivals at Deepdale, is struggling with an Achilles problem.

Izzy , who arrived on a free transfer from , is facing a sustained spell on the sidelines after rupturing his Achilles in season.

Daniel is available for the hosts following his exploits with Jamaica at the Gold Cup.

Callum Elder is facing a race against time to be fit for Hull.

Elder has been absent from his side’s pre-season campaign with a thigh issue and is rated as “touch and go” by manager .

Randell Williams, Tommy Mayer and Sean McLoughlin will all be absent through Covid-related issues, while George Honeyman (ankle) is also out.

However, Mallik Wilks is available following a hamstring problem.

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