Latest News About Marvin Bartley Leaves Livingston

Marvin Bartley has resigned as Livingston head coach after the club’s relegation from the Premiership. He and assistant Neil Hastings both left, with interim arrangements led by Scott Arfield for the final fixtures. Bartley had been in charge since January, succeeding David Martindale who moved to a sporting director role, but the season ended in relegation despite a recent win over St Mirren.[1]

Latest developments you might want to watch:

• Bartley publicly discussed contract clarity at Livingston, noting that contracts for him and staff expired at season’s end and seeking direction from the club on next steps.[5]
• Livingston are evaluating their options for next season, including the managerial position, with new leadership decisions anticipated as the club contemplates a return to top-flight football.[5]

Context and next steps:

• Bartley’s exit follows a winless run that stretched across much of the season, which ultimately led to relegation from the top flight.[1]
• If you’re tracking Livingston’s plans, expect announcements on whether Bartley (or any successor) assumes a coaching or managerial role, or if the club appoints a new management team for 2026-27.[4][9]

Illustrative timeline:

• Feb–Mar 2026: Bartley leads Livingston through a challenging run; club fights to avoid relegation.[1]
• Apr 2026: Contract clarity debates surface; players and staff have uncertain futures.[5]
• May 7, 2026: Bartley resigns after relegation confirmation, with interim arrangements for remaining matches.[1]

If you’d like, I can summarize the most up-to-date statements from Livingston’s official channels and major outlets, or track any forthcoming managerial announcements as they happen. I can also monitor for any credible rumors or confirmed appointments and provide a quick update.