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The under-pressure manager stated he was not afraid of the sack, claiming, “The team is extremely close to a turnaround,” despite edging perilously close to the chopping block with a heavy defeat by Rangers.

Another Capitulation Leads to Derby Disaster

The Hoops were ahead the visitors at the interval but a disastrous second period allowed Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six losses in his first eight games.

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

Pressed on his own future, Nancy responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about finding ways to help my team to improve on small moments.

Fan Fury Erupts

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – by protesting at Parkhead. Club directors are thought to be considering to re-appoint the former boss, who steered the club during a interim spell last year, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. But by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. What I mean the turnaround is near, extremely close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach continues to cling to the fact the side show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been better than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit except the fact that we haven’t scored more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The level we had at times was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are really close to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“I saw many, many good things that we did, once more. The issue now is consistency. My message would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced the team can to fix this.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

The victorious boss played down talk of a title charge in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “One match at a time, then we can gradually build a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is outstanding.”