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The under-pressure manager insisted he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “I believe we are really close to a turnaround,” despite sliding worryingly close to the chopping block with a convincing defeat by the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Sees Derby Disaster

The Hoops were ahead the visitors at half-time but a second-half capitulation let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six losses in eight matches.

“There is unity at the club,” insisted the manager.

Pressed on his own future, he said: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to aid my players to excel on details.

Supporters' Anger Erupts

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the dugout and directors – by protesting at Parkhead. Club directors are thought to be considering to return to the former boss, who steered the club during a interim spell before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. However by saying this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. What I mean we are on the cusp, really, really close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

He remains focused on the fact his team play well for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced.

“The performance we had at stages was exceptionally high. That happened. I could not talk like that if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I said this is the same story. For that reason I believe we are nearly there to things turning around. Currently: small things.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My message would not be if I didn't believe it. Therefore I firmly believe we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Stance

Danny Röhl played down talk of a serious challenge in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “Step by step, so we can gradually build something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is outstanding.”