95% of Rangers Fans Polled React in FURY at Russell Martin | OneFootball

Rangers fans are in uproar after confirmation that Russell Martin is to become the next manager at Ibrox. While the board appears convinced by his style and potential, supporters across the spectrum are furious at what they see as a tone deaf appointment that ignores the calls for a proven winner with top flight experience.

The reaction has been widespread and overwhelmingly negative. On Ibrox Noise, fans expressed disbelief that the club would gamble on someone with such limited pedigree. Martin’s record at Southampton was seen as inconsistent at best, and while his footballing philosophy may suit certain clubs, Rangers fans are demanding silverware not possession statistics.

On social media and in polls, the backlash has been relentless. Ibrox Noise reported that as many as 80 percent of respondents were against Martin taking over, with many stating this was a decision that could split the support entirely. Concerns have centred around his lack of knowledge of Scottish football, his inability to win consistently, and the fear that he is simply another soft-touch appointment made for media points rather than football results.

The fans are not just unhappy but angry. One commenter likened the appointment to “rolling out the red carpet for mediocrity” while another described it as “the worst Rangers decision since Pedro Caixinha.” For a club that prides itself on elite standards and winning mentality, many feel this move lowers the bar and betrays everything Ibrox is supposed to stand for.

Even respected fan channels and blogs are warning of chaos ahead. Ibrox Noise described the mood among the support as toxic and suggested that the board could face serious pressure if results are not immediate. Martin’s appointment is not just unpopular but potentially destabilising, setting the scene for a rocky start to the new season.

And it is not just fans raising eyebrows. A recent report confirmed Martin’s deal is all but done and that the board is pressing ahead despite the uproar. Whether that proves a brave stroke or a reckless gamble remains to be seen but for now it is clear that the Rangers faithful are not on board and patience will be paper thin from the very first whistle.