Steven Gerrard is a leading candidate for a surprise reappointment to Ibrox following the official dismissal of manager the former Southampton coach.
Martin's unsuccessful period in Glasgow ended with the boss exiting the Falkirk's ground via a back exit and a vehicle on standby after a share of the points which left the Ibrox club a significant margin from the summit of Scotland’s top flight after just seven games.
Angry supporters had gathered around the squad transport in Falkirk, making their feelings clear.
The Rangers board had been unwilling to part with the former Swansea boss, who was only hired in June, despite vociferous objections from supporters.
However, there was an understanding that the manager's role had become impossible.
Rangers have won only one of their league fixtures to date, which has been combined with disappointing showings on the continental stage.
Overall, the coach managed only five wins of 17 fixtures, with a uninspiring, confused style of play that earned him few friends.
“Even though changeovers need patience, results have not met the organization's goals,” announced a Rangers statement on the weekend.
“Deputy manager Gill, and senior coach Mike Williamson, will also be moving on. Martin and his coaching team have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club. We thank them for their work and wish them well for the future.”
Gerrard secured the championship with the Glasgow club in 2020-21, their lone triumph since 2011.
His work in Glasgow before then, alongside struggles at Villa, brings doubts about his managerial capabilities.
Yet he is highly regarded by the very set of fans the club desperately need back on side.
The reappointment of the Anfield legend, who most recently coached in Saudi Arabia, would generate significant excitement.
Gerrard will also be conscious of what few options he has to be a head coach in major divisions.
The coaching change will heighten focus on Kevin Thelwell, the club's recruitment chief.
He had been hugely supportive of the manager while disclosing a net spend of £20m in the summer window.
The former boss had put pen to paper on a multi-year agreement.
The coach, who had previously been in charge the Dons and the Swans, led the south coast club to elevation to the English football's elite in 2024 after being brought in the previous summer.
He was dismissed last the end of the year after the Southampton managed only one win of their first 16 games.
He was named Barry Ferguson’s successor in the summer, after the temporary manager had taken over from the fired the former manager in winter.
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