Yes, Wickham did play for Preston North End. He played for the club from 2005 to 2010, making 143 appearances and scoring 36 goals. He was part of the team that won the League One title in 2008. Wickham then moved to Sunderland, where he has continued to be a prolific goalscorer.
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