Coventry City and Sheffield United keen on Preston North End star | OneFootball

The Republic of Ireland international sees his contract at Deepdale expire this summer and with this in mind, it's no shock to see him attract interest from elsewhere as his deal nears its end.

The Sky Blues are one team who may be keen to improve their midfield department this summer, with Ben Sheaf potentially set to attract plenty of interest this summer and Callum O'Hare looking destined to leave Mark Robins' side when his contract expires at the end of next month.

Not only this, but Liam Kelly has been released, meaning midfield additions will be crucial for the Midlands club if they are to have the best chance of coping with potential injuries in this department next season.

Victor Torp could be a great long-term option and there are no guarantees that Sheaf will leave, but depth is clearly required in this area and the opportunity to move to the 2022/23 play-off finalists could appeal to Browne.

The Blades are also thought to be keen on the Preston man - and they could potentially be an even more attractive destination than the Coventry Building Society Arena.

They may be set to start on -2 points next season, but they have a very strong squad for this level after investing in a number of players in the past couple of windows.

United may have a good chance of going straight back up, which could make Bramall Lane an appealing place for Browne to play his football.

Latest update on Alan Browne as Preston North End make big contract offer

According to Nixon's report, Preston have made Browne a "record" contract offer to keep him at Deepdale.

And at this stage, the Lilywhites have offered the midfielder more than Coventry and the Blades, which could potentially lead to the 29-year-old signing a new deal in Lancashire in the coming weeks.

The two interested teams are reportedly struggling to match the amount that Preston have offered for their key man, but it remains to be seen whether that increased package is enough to keep the Irishman at his current team.

He was magnificent for Ryan Lowe's side again last season - and his current club are seemingly desperate to retain him.

Alan Browne could be spoilt for choice with options this summer

Staying at Preston could be a good option for Browne.

He is clearly valued at Deepdale and is already accustomed to life there, which could mean that he ends up thriving under Lowe again next season.

Preston are also a club that has stability - and that stability could be ideal for his family. Whether he would be willing to relocate is unclear at the moment - and if he isn't - staying at Preston may be the best option for him.

However, a move to Coventry would be an exciting one, with Robins' side potentially set to be in contention for a promotion place next term.

They have the potential to finish in the top six next term - and so do the Blades.

Further offers for Browne can't be ruled out either, so the midfielder could be spoilt for choice with different options this summer.