Marvin Bartley unveiled as Livingston manager - West Lothian Sport
The club's former skipper, assistant and coach now takes over the hotseat and gets up and running tonight against Falkirk
westlothiansport.substack.comMarvin Bartley has stepped down as Livingston head coach after the club’s relegation from the Scottish Premiership, with reports noting he and assistant Neil Hastings resigned following the decision for staff to reapply for their roles. Livingston indicated that Bartley’s contract situation was in flux and that clarity was sought ahead of next season .
Key points you might want:
- Timing: Announcement came in early May 2026, as Livingston confirmed relegation and Bartley’s departure .
- Context: Bartley had been in charge since January 2026 after taking over from David Martindale; the club endured a lengthy winless run, culminating in relegation .
- Next steps: An interim management setup led by Scott Arfield was in place for the final league matches, with ongoing discussion about next season’s structure and staffing .
If you’d like, I can pull the latest developments from club announcements or reputable outlets and summarize any official statements or statements from Bartley about his future plans.