The 38-year-old ex Ibrox star has made the move to Scottish League One side where he replaces a legend of the game

Former Rangers hero Scott Arfield has been appointed manager of East Fife.

It's the 38-year-old's first permanent gig in the dug-out after an interim spell at Livingston.

The Methil side sacked veteran boss Dick Campbell last month and have now turned to Arfield.

Arfield hung up his boots earlier this year after a sterling playing career that ended at Livingston, who he joined after a second spell at Falkirk where he started out.

He also had five years at Ibrox, where he was part of the historic title-winning squad under Steven Gerrard.

East Fife are sitting sixth in League One and Arfield, who has penned a deal until May 2029, said: “I am absolutely delighted to be the new manager of East Fife and I cannot wait to get started.

“I feel I am ready to go into coaching after learning a lot from excellent managers during my playing career, and I am grateful to East Fife for believing in me and for giving me this opportunity.

“My aim is now to create opportunities for others and to build a team which will excite East Fife supporters and attract the attention of the local community. It is a highly respected club which has great potential, and it is a privilege to be given the chance to lead it forward.”

Chairman Liam Anderson said: “We are delighted to have agreed a deal with Scott to become our new player-manager. This an innovative appointment and gives a clear indication of our ambitions going forward.

“I am sure that the arrival of Scott will be welcomed by our fans who are keen to see an exciting brand of football at Bayview.”