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Jun 6
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Russell Martin exclusive on becoming Ran...

SKY SPORTS
About this episode
Hear from Russell Martin in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports' Luke Shanley, as he discusses becoming Rangers’ new head coach, why he thinks he can turn the club’s fortunes around, his style of play, transfer plans, catching Celtic, the future of captain James Tavernier and much more. 

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