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The Celtic boss insisted he had no concerns about dismissal, maintaining, “The team is very near to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to the exit with a convincing defeat by the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Meltdown Sees Derby Defeat

The Hoops had led their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was brought in from the MLS, has now overseen six defeats in eight fixtures.

“The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, the 48-year-old replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on working out methods to get the team to be good on details.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – towards the board and manager – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy would be most likely to re-appoint the interim manager, who had a fruitful interim spell last year, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. No. My point is we are on the cusp, extremely close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

He continues to cling to the fact his team play well for a half at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The performance we had at times was of top quality. This is the reality. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was not the case. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said we've seen this before. For that reason I believe we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Currently: details, details, details.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, once more. But now it’s about sustaining it. My message would not be if it was not the case. This is why I firmly believe we will manage to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a championship push even after what felt like a statement victory. “We take it game by game, then we can gradually build something here,” he said. “The belief in the team is excellent.”