Pressley took over from Eddie May in February and took the Bairns' fight against relegation until the last day of the season.

BBC: Boss Steven Pressley set to stay at relegated Falkirk

The former Wales captain is alongside Ian McCall, Alex Rae, Steven Pressley and Eddie May in the running to replace John Hughes at Falkirk.

BBC: Hartson in frame for Falkirk job

"I think Ryan is one of the best players in Scotland for his age and I think he'll prove that while he's here, " manager Eddie May told BBC Scotland.

BBC: Falkirk bring in three new faces