He continued: “It has been great to be involved in football and I’m grateful to Stevie for bringing me to the team. Durrant is no stranger to the pressure’s of football, having started his career at Rangers in 1985. Stevie Aitken commented: “I’m pleased to welcome Ian to the club and look forward to working with him. During his time at the Ibrox club, he made 249 appearances in his 14 years as a player . Thank you for reading this story on portsmouth.co.uk. Jim said: "I am sorry to see Hagi go, especially having worked with him for so long, but this was a great opportunity for him and we could not stand in his way. Holyrood 2021 election 'could be cancelled' amid coronavirus fears. Top Scots psychologist could be struck off amid historic sex abuse claims. In the other corner, a former Dumbarton assistant manager and the current boss of Stranraer. The former midfielder finished his career at Rangers in June last year, after a stint looking after the under-20s. Hundreds of Scots students break strict Covid-19 rules to flee home from locked down university halls. Stevie Aitken’s new right hand man, Ian Durrant - who enjoyed a long playing and coaching career at Rangers - is desperate to get the Sons back on the pitch after the Scottish Cup break. Putting politics aside, she claims her strong female leadership is exposing the failings of the Westminster government during the Covid-19 pandemic. With a digital subscription, you can read more than 5 articles, see fewer ads, enjoy faster load times, and get access to exclusive newsletters and content. Morton’s former assistant manager Allan McManus has returned to football as a player after the 35 year old agreed to sign on for Second Division Dumbarton next season. Topic: Dumbarton FC --- Sons of the Rock, Posts: 220, Last Post: Jun 24, 2020 - 2:52 PM hours Fore more local news and sport, click here. Durrant in training with Christian Nade and Daniel Harvie, Paper Subscription to the Daily Record and Sunday Mail, Paper Subscription to the Paisley Daily Express, © 2020 Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail Ltd, Nicola Sturgeon issues stern 'complacency' warning to Scots after highest daily rise in cases. Rangers Bilel Mohsni jibe as ex-Motherwell star John Sutton reflects on the row that sparked 'rivalry'. Glasgow student who 'felt unwell' with sickness over summer now fighting ovarian cancer. Subscribe to portsmouth.co.uk and enjoy unlimited access to local news and information online and on our app. £300k blow for Accies as long-term tenant leaves stadium. A mass exodus has ensued after the Scottish Government ordered students to stay put and avoid social gatherings. Duffy, who featured for Dundee and Partick Thistle as a player, joined Pompey in February 2001 as Graham Rix’s assistant. ‘We will post more official information as and when we get it.’. Subscribe to portsmouth.co.uk and enjoy unlimited access to local news and information online and on our app. Dumbarton FC Assistant Manager League One Appointed: Jan 27, 2020 Contract until: 31.05.2020 Former player: Last club : Dundee FC “It’s a challenge but I’m chomping at the bit to get back into the games.”. Rachel Nurse wants readers to know that 'something cancer doesn't do is discriminate'. However, Duffy was dismissed by Milan Mandaric in January 2002, within days of Pompey’s humiliating 4-1 FA Cup defeat at home to Leyton Orient. ‘We would also like to thank all NHS staff who are working to ensure Jim comes through this setback and recovers in full. CRAIG McPHERSON, assistant manager to Jim Duffy during his tenure as Dumbarton manager, has left the club for a new post. The eight-legged creepy crawlies are currently on the prowl for warm and dry spots in our homes.