Russell Martin Appointed Rangers Manager After US Consortium Takeover

Russell Martin has been appointed as the new head coach of Rangers, signing a three-year contract to lead the Scottish club following a US-based consortium takeover. Martin, a former Scotland international and ex-Southampton manager, had a previous brief playing stint at Rangers and is expected to bring a more analytical, Moneyball-style approach to the club's management. His partner, Lucy Pinder, a former glamour model notable for her appearances in magazines such as FHM, Nuts, and Loaded during the 2000s, and for reality TV shows like Celebrity Big Brother, is likely to join him in Glasgow. Pinder, who is a lifelong Southampton supporter, and Martin went public with their relationship last year. Rangers fans have expressed surprise at discovering Pinder's identity, while experts note that the new ownership's patient, data-driven strategy may clash with the club's traditionally impatient fanbase. This new era marks a fresh chapter for Rangers, aiming to restore the club to its former glory.