According to recent news reports, Rangers FC has appointed Russell Martin as the club’s new head coach. The announcement, which was made in early June 2025, follows the departure of the previous manager, Philippe Clement, who was sacked in February. Martin has signed a three-year contract and is tasked with revitalizing the team and challenging for the Scottish Premiership title.
Martin, a former Scotland international, had a brief loan spell at Rangers as a player in 2018. He joins the club with a reputation for a possession-based, attacking style of football, which he developed during his time at clubs like Swansea and Southampton. His appointment is part of a series of major changes at Rangers, following a US takeover of the club.
In his first few months at the helm, Martin has been active in the transfer market, and the team has started its new campaign with a mix of results. While they secured a win in the first leg of a Champions League qualifying match, they also had a disappointing draw in their opening Scottish Premiership fixture against Motherwell. Following that draw, Martin was critical of his players’ mentality and “egos,” stressing the need for a stronger work ethic and commitment to his style of play.
The decision to appoint Martin was a significant one for the new owners, who, along with Sporting Director Kevin Thelwell, led the search for a new head coach. They stated that Martin was the “standout candidate” and that the appointment was about “building a winning team and a strong culture.” Martin’s tenure at Ibrox is still in its early stages, but the pressure to deliver results will be high as he aims to close the gap on their rivals and bring silverware back to the club.appointment was about “building a winning team and a strong culture.” Martin’s tenure at Ibrox is still in its early stages, but the pressure to deliver results will be high as he aims to close the gap on their rivals and bring silverware back to the club.
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