Russell Martin has been spotted enjoying a holiday with model girlfriend Lucy Pinder just weeks after his dismissal as Rangers manager. The former Southampton and Swansea boss, 39, appeared relaxed in photos shared on social media, exploring sunlit streets with Pinder in Naples.
The couple, who have been together for over a year, looked in good spirits as they enjoyed a low-key getaway in southern Italy. It is the latest public sighting of Martin since he was sacked by Rangers earlier this month after a disastrous start to life at Ibrox.
Martin was dismissed following a 1-1 draw at Falkirk which sparked fury among supporters, leading to chaotic scenes as police were forced to escort him away from the stadium. Rangers confirmed his departure in a brief statement, saying results had not met expectations. He won only one of his seven league matches and lost both Europa League games, with the side sitting eighth in the Premiership.
Just 24 hours after his sacking, Martin was spotted in Loch Lomond with Pinder, enjoying a swim and appearing to have shrugged off his stressful stint. Now the pair have been seen abroad, with Pinder sharing pictures showing the former defender smiling again. Pinder, 41, is a former model turned presenter who has supported Martin since his move to Scotland.
Rangers, meanwhile, have turned a corner under new head coach Danny Rohl, who has guided the side to back-to-back wins, lifting them to third in the Premiership ahead of Sunday’s Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Celtic.
