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The Celtic boss declared he had no concerns about dismissal, claiming, “The team is extremely close to a turnaround,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the exit with a comprehensive defeat by the Ibrox side.

Another Collapse Leads to Old Firm Defeat

The home side were ahead the visitors at the interval but a second-half capitulation let Rangers to move level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was appointed from the MLS, has now presided over six losses in eight games.

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

Asked directly about his own future, he replied: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on discovering solutions to aid my players to be good on details.

Fan Fury Erupts

The fans displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to return to the former boss, who had a fruitful interim spell last year, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. But when I say that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. My point is the turnaround is near, extremely close to change the narrative.”

Focus on the Details

He remains focused on the fact his team can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, but for poor finishing they might have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The level we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I could not talk like that if it was untrue. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. Which is why I believe we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, like today again. The issue now is performing for 90 minutes. My message would change the same. That’s why I firmly believe we will manage to get back on track.”

Opposition Reaction Stance

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a title charge in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, so we can develop momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the team is outstanding.”