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Shanghai Port boss Kevin Muscat has spoken for the first time since the collapse of a proposed move to Rangers. ‌

The Australian emerged as the clear frontrunner to replace Russell Martin last weekend after positive discussions with owner Andrew Cavenagh and Paraag Marathe of 49ers Enterprises. ‌

But a whirlwind 24 hours kicked off on Sunday night after a deal fell apart amid growing concerns from inside Ibrox over the arrival timeline of the boss - despite Muscat agreeing a deal in principle to replace Russell Martin in the vacant hot seat. ‌

The 52-year-old had been expected to see out the Chinese Super League season in the midst of a title fight - which would have seen him unable to leave the Far East until November 22.

The next day, former Sheff

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