Falkirk have secured a major boost ahead of the new season with influential midfielder Brad Spencer committing his future to the club until 2028.

The 29-year-old, who has become a central figure under manager John McGlynn, signed a new three-year contract extension on Thursday morning, with the deal including an option for a further year.

Brad is the son of former Rangers, Chelsea and Scotland striker John Spencer.

He started his career as a youth player in the United States at Portland Timbers, where his father was head coach before moving to Houston Dynamo, another of his father’s former clubs.

He then started his professional career back in Scotland with Kilmarnock but did not make any appearances before spells at Dumbarton, Forfar Athletic and Raith Rovers, where he won League One in 2020 and the Challenge Cup in 2022.

Spencer arrived at the Falkirk Stadium in June 2023 and has played a pivotal role in the club’s recent resurgence, helping guide the Bairns to back-to-back league titles.

He famously scored a penalty against Alloa Athletic that sealed Falkirk’s unbeaten League One campaign in 2023/24 and went on to captain the side for much of their William Hill Championship-winning season last term.

His standout performances in midfield were recognised across the division, earning him the PFA Championship Player of the Year award for 2024/25.

Delighted with the news, manager John McGlynn hailed Spencer’s influence on and off the pitch.

Speaking to Falkirk’s club site he said: “It’s great news for every Falkirk fan that Brad has extended his contract. It shows his commitment to the football club.

“Brad’s been outstanding from the moment he walked in the door. He’s taken on a lot more responsibility since Coll Donaldson has been out injured and has stepped up.

“He played every minute of every game last season, but you can see the difference when he isn’t there.

“He’s a key member of the squad and we’re absolutely delighted that he’s committed to the club.”

Falkirk will return to the topflight for the first time in over a decade this season, and tying down their midfield linchpin sends a strong signal of intent.

With Spencer tied up the Bairns have a strong midfield with other options such as Scott Arfield, Calvin Miller and Ethan Ross to choose from as they look to re-establish themselves as a Premiership club this term.