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Andrew Moran has left Albion after almost six years with the club.

The Republic of Ireland midfielder, 22, has joined Preston North End for undisclosed terms on a contract which runs until the summer of 2029.

Moran made three first-team appearances for the club after graduating from the academy.

He had been attracting interest since returning from his MLS loan with LAFC, with Portsmouth among the clubs tracking him.

Albion sporting director Jason Ayto...