John Rankin: Falkirk sign former Dundee United midfielder

John Rankin spent five years at Dundee United

Falkirk have signed former Dundee United midfielder John Rankin, as they announced the departure of Will Vaulks to Rotherham United.

Rankin, 33, had been training with the Scottish Championship club after leaving Tannadice.

He has also had spells at Ross County, Inverness CT and Hibernian.

"John is a hardworking and honest pro who has looked extremely fit and sharp over the past few weeks," manager Peter Houston told the Falkirk website.

"I am pleased to be able to bring him into the club and I'm sure he will add further quality to the squad.

"He is a player that I have enjoyed working with in the past and his experience can only enhance the quality of the group that we already have here."