Gerrard in the running for Rangers return after Russell Martin is dismissed.

The former Rangers boss is under serious review for a surprise reappointment to the Scottish giants following the official dismissal of manager the ex-Swansea boss.

His unfortunate time in charge ends

Martin's troubled period in Glasgow concluded with the boss departing the Falkirk's ground via a rear entrance and a pre-arranged transport after a share of the points which left the Ibrox club 11 points from the top of Scotland’s top flight after just seven matches.

Incensed supporters had encircled the club coach in Falkirk, expressing their anger.

Club hierarchy hesitant to part with the manager

The club directors had been unwilling to let go of the coach, who was only hired in June, despite loud complaints from the fanbase.

However, there was an realization that the manager's position had become impossible.

Rangers have managed only one win of their league fixtures to date, which has been combined with disappointing displays in European competition.

Collectively, the coach secured just five victories of 17 competitive matches, with a uninspiring, muddled footballing philosophy that gained little support.

“Even though changeovers need patience, results have not met the club’s expectations,” announced a official communication on Sunday evening.

“Number two Matt Gill, and first-team coach Mike Williamson, will also be moving on. Russell and his staff have given their all throughout their time at the club. We are grateful for their dedication and send best wishes for the future.”

The former manager secured the championship with the team

Gerrard secured the championship with the Glasgow club in that campaign, their sole title since that year.

His performance in Glasgow before then, coupled with setbacks at Aston Villa, brings doubts about his coaching abilities.

Yet he is held in high esteem by the very group of supporters Rangers desperately need back on side.

The return of the Anfield legend, who most recently coached in the Middle East, would be widely welcomed.

The manager will also be mindful of what scarce chances he has to be a head coach in significant leagues.

The departure will intensify scrutiny on Thelwell

The coaching change will increase pressure on the sporting director, the club's recruitment chief.

He had been strongly in favor of the manager while disclosing a net spend of a significant sum in the transfer window.

Martin had signed a multi-year agreement.

His past roles

The coach, who had previously been in charge the Dons and Swansea, managed Southampton to promotion to the English football's elite in the previous season after being brought in the previous summer.

He was dismissed last the end of the year after the Southampton secured just a single victory of their initial 16 matches.

He was chosen as the former captain's successor in the summer, after the temporary manager had succeeded the sacked Clement in the earlier part of the year.