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The former Rangers boss is being strongly considered for a shock return to Rangers following the announced departure of manager the former Southampton coach.

The manager's disastrous Ibrox tenure concludes

Martin's troubled time at Rangers ended with the gaffer exiting the Falkirk's ground via a side door and a vehicle on standby after a level finish which left the Ibrox club 11 points from the summit of Scotland’s top flight after just seven matches.

Incensed fans had surrounded the club coach in the away ground, expressing their anger.

Ibrox directors hesitant to part with Martin

The Rangers board had been hesitant to let go of Martin, who was only appointed in June, despite strong protests from the fanbase.

However, there was an realization that the manager's position had become unsustainable.

Rangers have secured just a single victory of their Premiership matches to date, which has been combined with dismal showings on the continental stage.

Collectively, the coach secured just five victories of 17 competitive matches, with a passive, unclear brand of football that earned him few friends.

“Although rebuilding phases require some time, results have not met the club’s expectations,” announced a club announcement on the weekend.

“Assistant head coach Matt Gill, and first-team coach Mike Williamson, will also be leaving. Russell and his backroom team have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club. We are grateful for their dedication and wish them well for the future.”

Steven Gerrard won the title with Rangers

The Liverpool legend won the title with the Ibrox side in that campaign, their sole title since over a decade ago.

His performance in the Scottish league before then, combined with difficulties at Aston Villa, raises questions about his managerial capabilities.

Yet he is held in high esteem by the very set of fans the club desperately need back on side.

The reappointment of the Anfield legend, who previously worked in Saudi Arabia, would prove hugely popular.

The manager will also be mindful of what limited opportunities he has to be a gaffer in top-tier competitions.

The departure will increase pressure on the sporting director

The manager's departure will intensify scrutiny on Kevin Thelwell, the Ibrox director.

He had been very backing of the manager while announcing a net spend of £20m in the transfer window.

Martin had agreed to a multi-year agreement.

The coach's previous experience

Martin, who had previously coached the League One side and the Welsh club, guided the Saints to a rise to the English football's elite in 2024 after being appointed the previous summer.

He was let go last December after the Saints won only one of their initial 16 matches.

He was appointed the former captain's next in line in the summer, after the caretaker boss had taken over from the fired Philippe Clement in the earlier part of the year.