Rangers Champions League draw LIVE as Euro path to be mapped out in Nyon
But new Ibrox gaffer will no doubt have one eye on events in Nyon as they learn their potential next Champions League qualifying round opponents.
Martin is gearing up for his competitive Light Blues debut when the Greeks head to Glasgow on Tuesday night.
Yet before a ball is even kicked in that huge European clash, Rangers will go into the hat for the next round.
And the Ibrox giants will learn their potential Europa League opponents, should they lose over two legs to Panathinaikos, with UEFA making the draw for both competitions.
There will be a lot of ifs and buts yet fans – if not necessarily Martin and his squad – are sure to be working out all the scenarios that could lie ahead.
Whatever the outcome when the balls are plucked out of the big bowl in Switzerland, it's safe to say Rangers face a huge period.
There is even a chance they could miss out on European group football completely which would be a huge financial blow.
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