Russell Martin has added to his Rangers coaching staff with two new additions.
Salvatore Bibbo and Mike Williamson have agreed to join the Ibrox club under the new head coach.
Bibbo, who previously worked for Arsenal and Brighton, joins as goalkeeping coach from English club Sheffield Wednesday.
Williamson, well known for his playing days at Newcastle, takes on the role of first-team coach, having most recently been manager at Carlisle United.
We can today confirm the following appointments to the men’s first-team coaching staff. Mike Williamson has joined the club as first-team coach, while goalkeeping coach Salvatore Bibbo will also join Russell Martin’s staff. Learn More ⤵️
— Rangers Football Club (@RangersFC) July 3, 2025
Martin said of the coaching appointments: “I am delighted to have Mike and Sal join my team ahead of the new season.
“I played with Mike at Wycombe Wanderers so we go back a long way, and I know the qualities he can bring to this group. As a player he played at the very top level and is an experienced coach having been a manager himself.
“I am also really happy to bring Sal into the team, he has a lot of experience and a strong track record of developing goalkeepers. After speaking to him it was clear that his knowledge and character will be a real asset to the players and the staff, and I am looking forward to working with them both.”
Sporting director Kevin Thelwell added: “I would like to welcome both Mike and Sal to Rangers. They are both experienced coaches who will bring a lot of knowledge to the club.
“Their addition strengthens Russell Martin’s coaching team and reflects our continued commitment to building the best environment capable of delivering success on and off the pitch.”
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A Rangers statement confirmed: "Rangers can today confirm the following appointments to the men’s first-team coaching staff.
"Mike Williamson has joined the club as first-team coach, while goalkeeping coach Salvatore Bibbo will also join Russell Martin’s staff.
"Williamson’s career saw him make over 400 senior appearances, including 150 with Premier League side Newcastle United. Stepping into management with Gateshead, Williamson has also been head coach at MK Dons and most recently Carlisle United.
"Goalkeeping coach Bibbo featured for Reading and Bath City among others in his playing career before moving into coaching. Bringing a wealth of experience from roles with Arsenal and Brighton, he joins Rangers from Sheffield Wednesday."
