Ben Krauhaus Joins Falkirk on Season-Long Loan From Brentford

Ben Krauhaus will continue his development in the Scottish Premiership after completing a season-long loan move from Brentford to Falkirk.

The 21-year-old will spend the full campaign with the Bairns, pending international clearance and Scottish FA approval. He could make his debut as soon as Tuesday night, when Falkirk face Ayr United in the Premier Sports Cup.

Krauhaus brings a wealth of senior experience for his age, having already made his mark during his time at Bromley.

A left-footed attacking midfielder, Krauhaus came through Charlton Athletic’s academy before moving to Bromley, where he broke into the first team in December 2021. He also spent time on loan at Walton & Hersham and Cray Wanderers before establishing himself at Hayes Lane.

Brentford brought Krauhaus in during January 2024 but left him at Bromley for the remainder of the season. He played a key role as Bromley secured a historic promotion to the English Football League and was named the club’s Young Player of the Year.

After a season with Brentford B, Krauhaus headed back to Bromley on loan for the 2025/26 campaign.

His second spell at Bromley ended on another high, with 40 appearances in all competitions as Andy Woodman’s side lifted the League Two title and booked their place in League One.

Now, the move to Falkirk offers Krauhaus the chance to challenge himself in a new league and environment.

The move will also reunite Krauhaus with former Brentford B teammate Ethan Laidlaw, who completed a permanent transfer to Falkirk earlier this summer.

Laidlaw left West London after three seasons with the Bees, having finished his final campaign with 15 goals and 10 assists before being named Brentford B Players’ Player of the Year.

His arrival at Falkirk has already created a familiar link for Krauhaus, something Sam Saunders believes should help the midfielder settle quickly in Scotland.

Falkirk, who finished sixth in the Scottish Premiership last season, see Krauhaus as a midfielder ready to take the next step, according to manager John McGlynn.

“Ben Krauhaus is an attacking midfielder who was brought to our attention by Brentford,” McGlynn said.

“He is only 21 but already has nearly 100 appearances in senior football, which is an excellent amount of experience for someone so young, particularly in England where players do not always get their breakthrough as quickly.

“This is a good platform for Ben to take the next step in his career and I am sure he will do an excellent job for us in the season ahead.”

He will also link up again with former Brentford B teammate Ethan Laidlaw, who made his move to Falkirk permanent earlier this summer after a standout season with 15 goals and 10 assists for Neil MacFarlane’s side.

Brentford B head coach Sam Saunders feels that having a familiar face in the dressing room should help Krauhaus settle in quickly.

“He’ll have Ethan out there with him too, which will help him settle in quickly,” Saunders said.

“We think this is a really exciting opportunity for Ben to keep developing as a men’s football regular in a good team, and we wish him all the best at Falkirk.”

This loan marks another key step in Krauhaus’s journey, following back-to-back promotion-winning seasons with Bromley.

Regular minutes in Scotland’s top flight will give Brentford a better sense of how Krauhaus handles tougher opposition, while he continues to build his experience away from West London.