🔗 Share this article The Liverpool legend under consideration for Glasgow Rangers comeback after Martin is sacked. Steven Gerrard is a leading candidate for a dramatic comeback to Ibrox following the confirmed sacking of manager Russell Martin. Martin's unfortunate spell at Rangers concludes His unsuccessful Ibrox tenure finished with the gaffer departing the Falkirk Stadium via a rear entrance and a pre-arranged transport after a share of the points which left the Ibrox club eleven points adrift from the top of the premier division after just seven matches. Furious fans had encircled the Rangers team bus in the stadium location, showing their discontent. Rangers board hesitant to let go of the manager The Rangers board had been unwilling to dismiss the former Swansea boss, who was only brought in in last month, despite loud objections from supporters. However, there was an acknowledgement that the coach's job had become untenable. Rangers have won only one of their league fixtures to date, which has been alongside disappointing displays in European competition. Overall, the coach managed only five wins of 17 official games, with a lackluster, unclear brand of football that won over few admirers. “Although rebuilding phases require some time, outcomes have failed to reach the club’s expectations,” said a official communication on the weekend. “Deputy manager Gill, and senior coach Mike Williamson, will also be departing. Martin and his backroom team have put in tremendous effort throughout their time at the club. We express gratitude for their efforts and wish them well for the future.” Steven Gerrard won the title with the club The Liverpool legend claimed the league with Rangers in 2020-21, their lone triumph since 2011. His work in the Scottish league before then, alongside difficulties at Aston Villa, brings doubts about his managerial capabilities. Yet he is greatly respected by the very set of fans Rangers are keen to get back on side. The return of the former Reds star, who last managed in the Middle East, would be widely welcomed. The manager will also be aware of what limited opportunities he has to be a manager in significant leagues. Martin’s exit will heighten focus on the sporting director The coaching change will intensify scrutiny on the sporting director, the club's recruitment chief. He had been hugely supportive of the gaffer while disclosing a investment of twenty million pounds in the off-season. The former boss had agreed to a three-year contract. His past roles The manager, who had formerly managed MK Dons and Swansea, guided the south coast club to a rise to the Premier League in that year after being appointed the prior offseason. He was sacked last winter after the Saints managed only one win of their first 16 games. He was chosen as Barry Ferguson’s replacement in last month, after the caretaker boss had succeeded the sacked Philippe Clement in winter.