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The Celtic boss stated he was not afraid of losing his job, asserting, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” even after sliding worryingly close to being fired with a heavy defeat by the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Results in Old Firm Disaster

The home side were in front their oldest rivals at the break but a second-half capitulation let Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in eight matches.

“There is unity at the club,” stated Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy replied: “That’s not my focus. I think about working out methods to help my team to improve on small moments.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – aimed at the hierarchy – by gathering at Parkhead. The hierarchy would be most likely to return to the former boss, who steered the club during a temporary stint previously, should a change be made.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, extremely close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

He continues to cling to the fact the side show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, were it not for missed chances they would have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay fair.

“The standard we had at stages was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I could not speak so positively if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I said we've seen this before. That’s why I believe we are nearly there to getting it right. Currently: the fine margins.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. But now it’s about sustaining it. My message would not be the same. This is why I am a big believer we will manage to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a title charge even after what felt like a statement victory. “We take it game by game, and we can gradually build momentum,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”