Martin's Frustration Boils Over as Rangers Struggle with Commitment Issues

Russell Martin has voiced his discontent with certain Rangers players following their 1-1 draw with St Mirren, highlighting a lack of commitment within the squad.

Martin's Dilemma with Igamane

Rangers manager Russell Martin revealed his frustration after Hamza Igamane declined to come on as a substitute during the second half of the match, citing an injury. The incident has raised questions about the striker's dedication and the overall commitment of the squad.

Martin expressed his intentions to introduce Igamane but was met with resistance. "Hamza told me he was injured," Martin stated. "We had a bid this week for Hamza, we rejected it. All was fine. Trained fine yesterday, warmed up fine. I turned around to him at 60 minutes because I wanted two strikers on the pitch. Hamza told me he was injured."

The manager's comments come amidst speculation about Igamane's future, with the transfer window still open. Martin emphasized the need for players to be fully committed to the club, stating, "We really need that. At the minute there's still too many people uncertain or still trying to think, 'maybe there's something there for me.' The window needs to shut quickly."

Commitment Concerns

Martin's frustration extends beyond Igamane, with the manager expressing broader concerns about the squad's dedication. "There are a lot of people, one eye out the door and one in, and we need people to be all in all the time in this football club," he remarked.

The manager's comments have sparked debate among fans and pundits, with some questioning whether Martin is deflecting from the team's recent poor performances. Former player Kris Boyd was particularly critical, stating, "If he's injured, he's injured. I highly doubt it. If that is the case, if I'm Rangers Football Club I'd drive him to the airport and say goodbye."

Looking Ahead

As Rangers continue to struggle, with just three wins in nine games under Martin, the manager faces mounting pressure to turn the club's fortunes around. With key games on the horizon, Martin will need to address the commitment issues within his squad if they are to avoid further disappointment.