Rangers appoints Russell Martin as a new president

Rangers confirmed the appointment of Russell Martin as a new head coach in a three -year contract.

Former International Scotland Martin, who had a short loan talisman as a player in Abrax in 2018, is the position of Barry Ferguson, who led the club on a temporary basis after the dismissal of Philippe Clement in February.

The 39 -year -old has administrative experience with MK Dons, Swansea and Southampton, who led to the upgrade in 2024 before his rejection last December with the club’s bottom of the Premier League.

We are pleased to confirm the appointment of Russell Martin as coach of our first men’s team in a three -year deal.

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We want to play courageously – Martin

Tell Martin The club’s official website: “It is an honor for me to be appointed as the main coach of the Rangers Football Club at the beginning of this exciting new chapter.

“I know what this club requires. Since my time here, I have been tasting the privacy of this club, expectations, passion and history. Now, when I come back, I am determined to re -succeed, for supporters, players and every person inside this club.

“I am here to set standards and work hard and do my best to gain the respect of Rangers fans.

“There is a lot to do, but the goal is clear: winning matches, winning prizes, giving Rangers fans a team that they can be proud of. We want to play courageously, take the ball, be aggressive, and stand in big moments.

“Pre -season preparations are taking place. I look forward to meeting players and build a team that our fans can believe in.”

Fans are not convinced in Martin style

Martin appointed a mixed reception from Rangers fans with many of his most prominent time in St. Mary, during which he received criticism of stubbornness to convert from his favorite playing style from the back, as a reason for anxiety.

But the CEO of Rangers Patrick Stewart is sure that Martin will establish a culture that will benefit the club in the long run.

Stewart said: “Our standards for our next coach were clear: We wanted a coach who excelled in how to play with it, improving our culture, developing our team, and eventually winning the matches. Russell was the distinguished candidate.

“This date is about building a winning team and a strong culture. It is not strange for our club, we expect success and Russell knows that. We are excited about his leadership.”

Rangers ended 17 points behind Celtic at the Scottish League table last season.