The young midfielder has failed to progress at Preston and others have overtaken him in the pecking order. Brownhill spent the second half of the season on loan at Barnsley which culimtaed in promotion and two Wembley appearances.
North End openly admitted a contract offer had been made several months ago but Brownhill wanted to see the season out before making a decision. No response has been given by Brownhill but he appears to have snubbed Preston for Championship rivals Bristol City.