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Daily Mirror
43 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Roy Keane sets target for Ruben Amorim and gives verdict on Man Utd transfers
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Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Ex-Rangers star in frame to make shock managerial return with club he quit three years ago
IAN MURRAY and Ian McCall are in the frame to replace Rhys McCabe at Airdrie. The young boss stunned Diamonds fans by walking away last Friday after three years in charge. 3 Rhys McCabe quit as Airdrie boss earlier this week Credit: Callan Media - Commissioned by The Sun Glasgow 3 Ian McCall is in the frame for the vacancy Credit: Michael Schofield 3 Ian Murray was Airdrie boss for four years between 2018 and 2022 Credit: Callan Media - The Sun Glasgow The 33-year-old had grown frustrated at the club's transfer dealings so has left them needing a new manager just weeks into the season. Former Airdrie gaffer Murray could be handed the chance to rejoin the club where he spent four seasons before joining Raith Rovers in 2022. McCall, who is out of work after leaving Clyde last year, is vastly experienced with nearly 30 years in the dugout behind him. The 60-year-old is keen to get back into the game having enjoyed successful spells with Partick Thistle and Ayr in the Championship in recent years. Diamonds chiefs are currently sorting through candidates, with Murray and McCall firmly in their thoughts. McCabe walked after more than three years in charge, having initially joined Airdrie as a player in 2021. He was only 29 years old when his appointment as player-boss was confirmed. McCabe REPLACED current contender Murray in the role. The former Rangers midfielder led the club to promotion in his first season in charge, with Airdrie reaching the Championship via the play-offs. A memorable 2023/24 campaign saw the Diamonds finish fourth and reach the Premiership play-offs where they lost out to Partick Thistle. Ian Murray on the day his Hibs team settled for defeat to Rangers They also won the Challenge Cup that season. Last season didn't bring the same success and Airdrie ended up in the relegation play-offs. They maintained their Championship status by beating Cove Rangers 2-1 on aggregate in the final. But McCabe then quit as boss in Friday's bombshell announcement. The club said: "The Rhys McCabe era has been an exciting one for everyone at the club. "The board of directors would like to place on record their thanks to Rhys for his enthusiasm, commitment and professionalism throughout his time at Airdrieonians. "All the best Rhys – and thank you for the memories." Airdrie drew their opening league game of the season 2-2 against Ross County before losing 2-0 at Dunfermline last weekend. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
