Rangers are struggling without a win in the Scottish Premiership and face an important Premier Sports Cup clash against Hibernian. Manager Russell Martin is increasingly unpopular among fans frustrated with his possession-focused tactics. With Martin’s future looking uncertain and a potential dismissal looming, the big question now is who will step in as the next boss at Ibrox.
Simon Jordan Claims Rangers Role Lacks Appeal for Top Managers Amid Martin’s Struggles
On talkSPORT on 16 September, Simon Jordan expressed doubt that many top managers would be willing to take the Rangers job if Russell Martin were to be dismissed. He remarked, “There isn’t a queue of great managers around the world that want to manage Rangers.” Jim White agreed with this sentiment, saying, “Well, that’s true.”
However, the scarcity of available top coaches does not excuse Martin’s poor start. Under his leadership, Rangers suffered their first home loss to Hearts since 2014, were crushed 9-1 on aggregate by Club Brugge in the Champions League playoffs, and have yet to beat a Scottish team above League One.
Martin’s possession-based style has faced harsh criticism, as Rangers dominated 66% of possession against Hearts but failed to convert it into meaningful chances. Defensive issues, particularly the large gap between John Souttar and Nasser Djiga, have left the team vulnerable to counter-attacks.
Despite Martin’s firm commitment to his tactics, Rangers supporters believe the Southampton manager has already caused significant harm to the club.
Jose Mourinho Linked to Stunning Potential Move to Rangers
Jose Mourinho has been rumored to be a candidate for the Rangers managerial role following his dismissal from Fenerbahce in August. Known for his defensive tactics and captivating press conferences, Mourinho’s arrival would not only boost Scottish football’s profile but also be a major win for Rangers.
The charismatic and sometimes divisive coach is a football legend, having secured historic Champions League victories with Porto and Inter Milan. While his tenures at Chelsea, Tottenham, and Manchester United brought mixed results, there’s no doubt that signing Mourinho would be a remarkable achievement for the club.
Rangers have had some legendary managers over the years, but appointing Mourinho would arguably be their most high-profile move yet.
