Rankin appointed Airdrieonians head coach

John Rankin has been managing since 2022

John Rankin believes he has "a blank canvas" after being appointed Airdrieonians head coach.

Airdrie parted with Aaron Taylor-Sinclair, 35, following their relegation to Scottish League 1 via the play-offs and Rankin joins after a short spell as Ayr United interim manager.

Rankin, who made more than 100 appearances as a midfielder for each of Ross County, Hibernian and Dundee United, had a two-and-a-half year spell as Hamilton Academical head coach from 2022-25.

"It's a blank canvas, I think there's only a handful of players," Rankin told Airdrieonians' website. "Everything needs built and that's probably the point where you think you can put your own stamp on it."

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