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The Celtic boss stated he was not afraid of losing his job, maintaining, “I believe we are really close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to being fired with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Collapse Leads to Derby Disaster

The Hoops were in front the visitors at the interval but a disastrous second period allowed Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was appointed in December, has now presided over six losses in eight fixtures.

“We are together with the board,” stated the manager.

Asked directly about the speculation, he said: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on finding ways to help my team to improve on the fine details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting at Parkhead. Club directors are reportedly likely to return to the former boss, who steered the club during a caretaker period previously, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am giving up. Not at all. My point is we are on the cusp, imminently close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach continues to cling to the fact the side show good levels for a half at a time. In fact, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The performance we had at stages was of top quality. That is a fact. And I would not say that if it was untrue. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I said it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I believe we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, once more. But now it’s about consistency. My outlook would change the same. This is why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a landmark win. “Step by step, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the group is excellent.”