Breaking news from the Scottish Premiership! Rangers have parted ways with manager Russell Martin after just four months at the helm. The news comes as the team trails arch-rivals Celtic by a staggering 11 points, with only one win under Martin’s belt in the last seven matches.
After a tense 1-1 draw against Falkirk and a shock Europa League loss to Sturm Graz, frustrations at Rangers have reached boiling point. Martin’s short stint saw him secure just five victories out of 17 games across all competitions. Fans’ discontent was evident as the manager needed a police escort to leave the stadium following Sunday’s stalemate.
This marks another career setback for the 39-year-old, who previously was dismissed by Southampton last December. Despite his hopes of turning Rangers’ fortunes around, the club decided it was time for a change, leading to the dismissal of Martin, along with his assistant Matt Gill and first-team coach Mike Williamson.
In a statement, Rangers expressed gratitude for the hard work put in by Martin and his team, wishing them well for the future. With an international break looming, Rangers have a crucial period ahead to find a new manager. Names like ex-manager Steven Gerrard and Danny Rohl are already being whispered among potential candidates.
Keep your eyes peeled for more updates as Rangers gear up to return to league action against Dundee United soon. Who do you think should take the reins at Ibrox next? Let us know your thoughts!