Latest News About Marvin Bartley

Here’s the latest on Marvin Bartley based on recent publicly reported developments.

Key updates

• Marvin Bartley resigned as Livingston manager in early May 2026. He stated the decision was made with regret and cited changes in the club’s process, including a requirement to reapply for his position, as the reason for stepping down.[2]
• Earlier in 2026, Bartley had been in charge for a short period at Livingston, taking the role in February 2026 after a restructuring at the club; he collected a few points from 11 matches but the team faced relegation challenges.[2]
• In late 2024 and 2025, Bartley’s name appeared in connection with his prior managerial stint at Queen of the South, including his departure from that role in 2024 after a campaign described as challenging by the club.[1]

Context and background

• Bartley has a long playing career before moving into management, including time with Hibernian, Bournemouth, and Burnley, and later roles at Livingston as assistant manager and in first-team coaching before stepping into the manager’s chair.[3][8]
• His managerial journey has included leadership at Queen of the South (early 2023 appointment) and Livingston, with coverage noting the pressures and transitions common to mid-tier Scottish clubs.[6][1][3]

What this means going forward

• As of May 2026, Bartley is no longer in a management role at Livingston. Any potential future appointments would likely depend on interest from other clubs and his availability after stepping down from Livingston.[2]
• For fans and observers, Bartley’s career trajectory shows a rapid rise into senior management with notable experiences in Scottish football, and his next steps may involve roles at other clubs or roles within football development.[8][3]

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