Rangers 'not oblivious to noise' over Martin
Rangers are "not oblivious to the noise" among the fanbase over Russell Martin's appointment as head coach, says chief executive Patrick Stewart."I'm aware supporters have strong views on who the right person for the role is," Stewart said. "We're not oblivious to the noise. Not at all."We're confident though - because we conducted such a thorough process - that the supporters will get behind him, particularly when they see him in action."With pre-season training just a matter of weeks away, Stewart knows the club has to stop sacking managers after the short reigns of Giovanni van Bronckhorst, Michael Beale and Philippe Clement did not deliver what was required.The challenge for Martin is not an easy one: deliver culture change and good results simultaneously.If he can, he will be an integral part of the "strong future" his chief executive sees on Rangers' horizon.Read more: Rangers now in 'seismic' period
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