Rangers will surely be breathing a sigh of relief that former manager Russell Martin did not get his wish regarding one of the club’s standout performers — whose contract is due to expire next summer.
During his brief spell in charge, Martin was reportedly open to allowing the player to move on as part of his planned rebuild at Ibrox. However, that decision never materialised, and the player has since proven his worth under the new regime, becoming one of Rangers’ most consistent and influential figures this season.
With Kevin Muscat now at the helm, the situation around the player’s future has taken on renewed importance. Muscat is believed to be a huge admirer of the star’s leadership and professionalism, and early indications suggest the club could look to open talks over an extension in the coming months.
Letting him leave would have been a major mistake, and Rangers’ hierarchy now recognise just how crucial he remains to their ambitions both domestically and in Europe.
If recent performances are any indication, the Ibrox faithful will be desperate to see him commit his future to the club — turning what could have been a costly oversight under Martin into one of the smartest non-decisions Rangers have made in years.
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