Neal made 73 appearances during his time at Deepdale
Carlisle United have completed the signing of former Preston North End and Stoke City winger Lewis Neal on a six-month contract.
Neal, 27, has moved to Brunton Park after agreeing a termination package with the Lilywhites.
"We have had to fight off a number of other clubs to get him to come here," Carlisle boss Greg Abbott told BBC Radio Cumbria.
"He's a Championship player and one we feel can take the club forward."
Leicester-born Neal began his career with Stoke City where he made over 80 appearances.
He's an intelligent player and his understanding of the game is first class
Carlisle manager Greg Abbott
A move to Preston followed in the summer of 2005 in a deal that saw Marlon Broomes move in the opposite direction.
The left-sided midfielder made 73 appearances and scored five goals during his stay at Deepdale.
"He came up here and we have been able to persuade him that this is the place for him to be," continued Abbott.
"We know a lot about him. He's got really good feet, great delivery and will make things happen.
"He's an intelligent player and his understanding of the game is first class, so we are hoping that he will give us that little bit extra and help us move forward."
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