Falkirk midfielder Brad Spencer is the subject of transfer interest from Dundee United, with the club making three bids for the player. However, Falkirk manager John McGlynn has rejected all three bids, calling them 'embarrassing' and stating that Spencer is not for sale.
What the bids mean for Falkirk
The bids, which were reported to be worth six figures, were deemed insufficient by McGlynn, who implied that Dundee United is a direct opponent of Falkirk. McGlynn stated that the Falkirk board will not accept Dundee United's offer, and that Spencer is a key player for the club. As of now, Falkirk is 10th in the Premiership with 1 point from 2 games, having scored 0 goals and conceded 2, and is 5 points behind leaders Celtic.
The current squad situation
Falkirk's current squad situation is a concern, with several players currently sidelined, including Aidan Nesbitt, Craig Sibbald, Ethan Laidlaw, Joe Gardner, Keelan Adams, and Tom Lang. Despite this, McGlynn is confident in his team's abilities and is not willing to sell Spencer to a direct opponent. You can check the current squad on our squad page.
The impact on the summer budget
The rejection of the bids for Spencer means that Falkirk will not be receiving a significant influx of funds this summer. However, McGlynn has stated that the club is not looking to sell Spencer, and that he is a key part of the team's plans. As reported by www.bbc.com, McGlynn said: "I don't think it would matter [if Dundee United came back], they are miles off, embarrassing."
What's next for Falkirk
Falkirk's next fixture is against Rangers on 2026-09-02, and the club will be looking to improve its position in the table. You can check the upcoming fixtures on our fixtures page. With several players currently injured, McGlynn will be hoping that his team can stay healthy and compete against the top teams in the league. Check the latest injury updates on our injuries page.
