Guardian: Wanderers fire coach Russell Martin, maybe ask Gerard to appease fans

October 6th The Guardian reported that Gerald may return to the Glasgow Rangers coaching seat.

After a 1-1 draw with Falcock, the Glasgow Rangers decided to fire head coach Russell Martin, the draw left the team 11 points behind the top spot after just 7 rounds, and angry fans blocked the team's bus outside the court. The

Roamer's board of directors has been reluctant to part ways with Martin, who was hired only in June, despite strong protests from supporters. However, it is understood that the 39-year-old coach's position has become precarious. The Wanderers have won only one game in the top league so far, and have also performed poorly in the European arena. Overall, Martin won only five of his 17 official games, and his passive, chaotic football style has left him criticized. "While all transition periods take some time, the results failed to meet the club's expectations, and assistant head coach Matt Jill and first-team coach Mike Williamson will also leave. Russell and his team worked very hard during their time at the club, and we thank them for their efforts and wish them all the best in the future."

Gerard led the Rangers to the championship in the 2020-21 season, their only league title since 2011. His previous performance in Glasgow, coupled with his struggles at Aston Villa, has raised questions about his coaching ability. However, he has a high reputation among the Wanderer supporters, and the club is now in need of winning back the hearts of these supporters. Reappointing Gerald would be a very popular decision, and Gerald also knew that there were very few options for him to be the head coach in important leagues.

Martin's departure will intensify scrutiny of Rangers Sports Director Kevin Thurville, who has been very supportive of the coach, while publicly revealing that net spending in the summer transfer window is £20 million, and Martin has previously signed a three-year contract.

Martin previously coached Milton Keynes and Swansea, and led Southampton to the Premier League in 2024. He was fired last December when the Saints won only one of their first 16 games.

Sheffield former coach Danny Roll and recently coached Everton, Sean Dyche, are others who may be on the shortlist of the Rangers head coach.