The midfielder was on a season-long loan at Deepdale, where he had shone in the Championship.
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Everton have now cut short his time given concern over the fitness of several senior midfielders.
Armstrong, who turns 19 this month, is in line to be in the squad for the weekend clash with Brentford.
He has made 17 appearances for Preston North End, scoring one goal and providing one assist.