Gerrard in frame for Rangers return after Martin is dismissed.
The former Rangers boss is being strongly considered for a shock return to Rangers following the official dismissal of manager the ex-Swansea boss.
The manager's unfortunate spell at Rangers concludes
Martin's troubled time at Rangers ended with the boss exiting the Falkirk Stadium via a back exit and a pre-arranged transport after a level finish which left Rangers eleven points adrift from the top of the premier division after just seven matches.
Furious supporters had gathered around the squad transport in the away ground, showing their discontent.
Club hierarchy unwilling to dismiss the manager
The Rangers board had been unwilling to let go of Martin, who was only appointed in the summer, despite vociferous protests from the fanbase.
However, there was an realization that the coach's position had become impossible.
The club have secured just a single victory of their top-flight games to date, which has been coupled with poor performances in Europe.
Overall, the coach managed only five wins of 17 competitive matches, with a passive, muddled style of play that won over few admirers.
“Although rebuilding phases require some time, results have fallen short of the team's standards,” stated a Rangers statement on the weekend.
“Assistant head coach Gill, and first-team coach Williamson, will also be leaving. Russell and his staff have given their all throughout their tenure. We thank them for their work and hope for the best for the future.”
Steven Gerrard won the title with the team
Gerrard secured the championship with Rangers in the 2020-21 season, their only championship since over a decade ago.
His performance in Glasgow before then, coupled with difficulties at the Birmingham club, raises questions about his leadership skills.
Yet he is held in high esteem by the very group of supporters the team are keen to get back on side.
The reappointment of the Liverpool icon, who last managed in the Saudi league, would be widely welcomed.
Gerrard will also be conscious of what few options he has to be a head coach in top-tier competitions.
The sacking will increase pressure on Thelwell
The manager's departure will heighten focus on Kevin Thelwell, the Rangers sporting director.
He had been strongly in favor of the gaffer while publicly revealing a investment of a significant sum in the summer window.
Martin had agreed to a long-term deal.
Martin's earlier positions
Martin, who had formerly managed the Dons and the Welsh club, managed Southampton to a rise to the English football's elite in that year after being hired the earlier window.
He was dismissed last the end of the year after the Saints won only one of their initial 16 matches.
He was named the former captain's successor in last month, after the caretaker boss had taken over from the sacked Philippe Clement in winter.
