Nicky Hogarth: I have unfinished business at Falkirk

A former Graeme High pupil, Hogarth, 21, made 15 League One appearances for John McGlynn’s team last term – and has now signed a one-year deal with the club.

The ex-Rangers’ stopper was invovled in a recent Scotland under-21 squad for the first time and was playing in Forest’s under-23s side, who play in the Premier League 2.

Assistant manager, Paul Smith, said of the signing: “We are delighted to sign Nicky up. He had a couple of options from down south and in Scotland too so we’re really happy he’s decided to come back.

"He played 17 games for us last year and did very well, his distribution is first class. I’m looking forward to working with him again next season.”

Hogarth’s connection to the Bairns is a family affair, with Dad Myles having turned out over 100 times for Falkirk during his career. He is currently a goalkeeping coach at Berwick Rangers.