Welbeck's United team-mate, midfielder Matty James, is set to return on loan for a second season.

BBC: Manchester United's Danny Welbeck ponders Preston move

Utility back Matty James, prop Croall and lock Wame Lewaravu are among the new faces at Edgeley Park for the new season.

BBC: Sale snap up France-qualified prop Karena Wihongi

Dave Morley, Matty McNeil, Andrew Teague and James Jennings are the other players considering new contracts.

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