Alious### **”Rangers-Tracked Defender Keelan Adams Sets Sights on Premiership Glory with Falkirk”**
Keelan Adams has been one of Falkirk’s standout performers this season, impressing at right-back after showing his versatility in pre-season and the Premier Sports Cup as a centre-back. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with Rangers and several English Championship clubs reportedly tracking the 23-year-old.
However, despite the transfer speculation, Adams insists that leaving Falkirk in January was never an option. The former Cumbernauld Colts and Glasgow University defender, who just last year was balancing part-time football in the Lowland League with a job at Costa Coffee, has his heart set on achieving promotion with the Bairns.
Speaking on the interest from bigger clubs, Adams admitted: *“Of course, when you hear something like that, it’s exciting. But my only focus was staying at Falkirk and helping us get to the Premiership. That’s my goal—I want to play in the top flight with this club.”*
### **A Unique Path to Full-Time Football**
Unlike many of his peers, Adams has taken an unconventional route to professional football, something he fully acknowledges. *“I’ve had a different journey to most, but I wouldn’t say I’m surprised to be here—maybe just at how quickly it’s happened. I’m ambitious, and I’ve always wanted to play in big games like our upcoming clash against Ayr United.”*
Adams isn’t the only Falkirk player making the leap to full-time football. Former Heriot-Watt University striker Barney Stewart is also adjusting to life in the Championship, recently earning a start against Livingston. Having been in a similar position himself, Adams has been helping the 20-year-old navigate the transition, particularly as Stewart continues to juggle his football career with university studies.
*“For Barney, the adjustment has been even bigger—he’s still balancing uni work while trying to break into the squad. Football used to be his escape from studying, but now it’s the priority. I’ve been trying to help him through that,”* Adams explained.
With Adams committed to Falkirk’s promotion push and determined to make his mark in the Premiership with the club, his rise is a testament to hard work and perseverance. While the speculation surrounding his future may continue, his focus remains firmly on leading the Bairns to the top tier of Scottish football.
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