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The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of the sack, claiming, “We are very near to things turning around,” even after edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy defeat by the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Sees Derby Loss

The Hoops had led Rangers at half-time but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the reigning league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed in December, has now presided over six defeats in his last eight matches.

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

Asked directly about the speculation, he said: “It’s not on my mind. I think about finding ways to aid my players to excel on the fine details.

Protest On Display

The fans voiced their fury – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at Parkhead. The board are reportedly likely to return to the interim manager, who had a fruitful interim spell previously, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. What I mean we are really close, imminently close to turn things around.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy continues to cling to the fact Celtic play well for one half at a time. For instance, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit except the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The standard we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That is a fact. I could not speak so positively if it was different. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I mentioned this is the same story. For that reason I said that a change is coming to getting it right. Right now: details, details, details.”

“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. The issue now it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would not be the same. That’s why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

Rangers manager played down talk of a championship push in spite of what felt like a landmark win. “One match at a time, then we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the squad is excellent.”