Shock Return! Ex-Dons Boss Stuns Scottish Football as He Finally Takes Rangers Helm – You Won’t Believe Who’s Back and What It Means for Celtic’s Title Hopes!

Russell Martin Returns to Rangers as Head Coach in Dramatic Post-Clement Era Shake-Up


After months of swirling speculation and behind-the-scenes negotiation, Rangers have officially named former MK Dons and Southampton boss Russell Martin as their new head coach, ushering in a fresh era at Ibrox. The 39-year-old, who had a short loan spell with the club in 2018, returns to Glasgow at a critical time following the departure of Philippe Clement and a disappointing season that saw the Gers finish a distant second to arch-rivals Celtic.

Martin’s appointment follows the recent acquisition of the club by the ambitious 49ers Enterprises, who wasted no time in moving forward with their vision by bringing in Martin and his trusted assistant Matt Gill—both of whom previously worked together at MK Dons and Swansea City. Martin, who earned praise for leading Southampton back to the Premier League before his dismissal in December, now takes on the monumental task of reviving Rangers’ domestic and European ambitions.

In his first statement as head coach, Martin expressed his deep appreciation for the club’s legacy and his eagerness to get to work. “It’s an honour to be named Head Coach of Rangers Football Club at the start of this exciting new chapter,” he said. “Having played here, I know exactly what this club means to people—the passion, the pressure, and the pride. I’m coming back with a clear goal: to restore Rangers to winning ways and build a team that reflects the values and history of this great institution.”

He emphasized a bold, attacking style of football, stressing the importance of resilience, bravery on the ball, and embracing the club’s high expectations. Preparations for pre-season are already underway, with Martin stating that his immediate focus is on assembling a competitive squad that can challenge on all fronts. “There’s a lot of work to be done, but I’m ready to give everything to earn the trust of the fans and bring success back to Ibrox,” he concluded.

Martin’s appointment marks the first major move under the new American ownership, and expectations are high for a resurgence in fortunes at Rangers as they aim to close the gap with Celtic and reclaim dominance in Scottish football.