He's no Ancelotti or Mourinho but Martin could make a name for himself

CHARLIE MULGREW was in a world of his own on holiday in Palma - until a familiar face strolled past.

- By Ryan McDonald

Sipping his coffee in a packed local cafe, the former Celtic star glanced up and did a double-take.

In walked Russell Martin, just hours before flying back to take on one of the toughest jobs in football.

Having shared a dressing room with him for Scotland, Mulgrew knows Martin well and admires what he has achieved in the dugout.

The retired defender even came close to working under him after being given the VIP treatment during transfer talks at MK Dons.

Mulgrew was blown away by the level of detail and analysis presented by Martin in his signing pitch.

And while he might not be the Hollywood name that some Gers fans craved after being linked with Jose Mourinho and Davide Ancelotti, Mulgrew reckons it won't take long for the former Southampton and Swansea City boss to win over his doubters.