By AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS

Published: 00:29, 20 October 2025 | Updated: 00:29, 20 October 2025

Aussie coach Kevin Muscat's return to Scottish powerhouse Glasgow Rangers.as their new coach is off.

It was widely believed the former Rangers defender would be installed as successor to Russell Martin, who departed after the 1-1 draw at Falkirk on October 5.

There was speculation as to when Shanghai Port boss Muscat would move to Glasgow if he was appointed, as his side are bidding for the Chinese Super League title with the final games next month.

The former Socceroos hardman had been expected to finish the China campaign, which ends on November 22, before departing for Rangers, where he won a domestic treble as a player in 2002-2003 and has previously been overlooked for the top job.

Reports in Britain indicate talks between the two parties reached an advanced stage and Rangers were prepared to make a significant commitment to get Muscat.

However, the move is now believed to be off as the prospect of a delayed start to his reign made the practicalities of an...