It looks set to be an unusual transfer window, given the current circumstances and the long delay to the EFL season. 

With the Championship campaign set to finish in August, the window may be condensed to reduce the impact on next season's schedule.

With that in mind, Preston North End will want to ensure they can make the most out of a window that could see them preparing for the Premier League or just looking to carry some momentum into another season in the second flight.

Here are five scenarios that we could see happening at Deepdale this summer...

The 24-year-old looks set to leave Peterborough United this summer and Preston are thought to be one of a string of sides interested previously.

Toney has fired in 49 goals and provided 15 assists over the past two seasons, so it would be a fantastic bit of business if Alex Neil can get his man.

The Celtic winger is set to become a free agent at the end of the month and he could help bolster Preston's options out wide.

Hayes will bring plenty of experience and nous, and reports have suggested he may be on his way to the Championship at the end of his current deal.

Charlton's talismanic striker has told Lee Bowyer he won't play any further part this season, with his deal set to expire at the end of the month.

The 30-year-old has proven his quality in the Championship this season and Preston would be a better side if they swooped for him successfully this summer.

The central defender has had a fantastic campaign and has been linked with a Premier League move in the past.

There may be renewed interest in the upcoming window and the Deepdale outfit may have to battle for their man.

Another player that has caught the attention of some big sides, Pearson has just one year left on his deal with Preston.

That's going to leave them with a decision to make if there's interest in the summer. Time to cash in? Or risk seeing him walk away next summer and push for a new deal?