Preston look to increase crowds

Deepdale's capacity should rise to around 24,000 (FWP)

Preston general manager Ben Rhodes believes there will be a surge in season tickets when the new Invincibles Pavilion opens at Deepdale.

The redevelopment, which is due to be completed before the first home game of next season, will increase capacity to within the region of 24,000.

"We're hopeful that the new stand is an attractive proposition," Rhodes told BBC Radio Lancashire.

"I think a lot of people will want to experience the new facility."

Rhodes admitted plans to release prices for the new structure were put on hold until they knew what division they would be playing in next season.

But with Championship football now guaranteed, Rhodes is hopeful the new stand will help increase interest in the club.

"The decision was made at the end of February to see what football we would be playing next season," he added.

"When you look at clubs that have put new stands up, they do seem to get an increase.

"Certainly we'll get some movement from other areas of the ground and it will be popular, but hopefully we'll get a lot of new people as well."