Boro manager Southgate had a £4million offer for the England Under-21 striker rejected in August.
Preston has valued their highly rated striker at £6 million.
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp has also been linked with Nugent.
Crouch with prediction ahead of Liverpool v Spurs clash
Former Liverpool and Tottenham forward Peter Crouch has made his prediction for the clash between his two former clubs on Saturday evening.
Newcastle star out for three months
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has revealed that Harvey Barnes will be out of action for around three months.
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Fulham are considering making a move for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay in the January transfer window.
With Bayern...
Liverpool ponder swoop for Borussia Dortmund star
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is interested in Dutch winger Donyell Malen.
The 24-year-old winger has had an impressive start...
Crouch with prediction ahead of Liverpool v Spurs clash
Former Liverpool and Tottenham forward Peter Crouch has made his prediction for the clash between his two former clubs on Saturday evening.
Merson: Liverpool will get the job done
Arsenal legend and Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson believes Liverpool “will get the job done” against Tottenham on Sunday.