Falkirk announced they have agreed a pre-contract with Dundee United midfielder Craig Sibbald. The club's announcement was accompanied by images of Sibbald in Falkirk colours and signing a deal, despite him being contracted to Dundee United until the end of the season. This caused anger among some Dundee United supporters and club chiefs, leading Dundee United to receive a formal apology from Falkirk, which was accepted. Sibbald turned professional with Falkirk at 16 and spent the first seven years of his career there. The player stated that he is very proud to be returning to where it all started and is delighted to sign a deal to return to his boyhood team. He added that he cannot wait to wear the Falkirk shirt again and give his all for the badge, feels the opportunity to return at this stage of his career is right, and he is eager to get started next season.

A Record Sport exclusive reported that Falkirk have agreed a pre-contract with Dundee United midfielder Craig Sibbald. The 30-year-old will return to his boyhood team in the summer on a three-year deal that includes a testimonial. Sibbald expressed his pride and delight at the move, stating that the club means everything to him.