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The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “The team is very near to things turning around,” despite edging perilously close to being fired with a convincing loss to the Ibrox side.

Another Collapse Leads to Old Firm Loss

The home side were in front the visitors at the break but a second-half capitulation enabled the Gers to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his last eight games.

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

Pressed on the speculation, he replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on working out methods to help my team to be good on small moments.

Fan Fury Erupts

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – towards the dugout and directors – by protesting outside the stadium. Club directors would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who steered the club during a caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. But in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. My point is we are on the cusp, really, really close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic play well for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for missed chances they would have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The performance we had at certain moments was of top quality. That happened. And I would not say that if it was untrue. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I noted we've seen this before. Which is why I feel we are nearly there to getting it right. Currently: small things.”

“I saw plenty of positives that we did, like today again. The issue now is performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would not be if it was not the case. This is why I am convinced the team can to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Response

The victorious boss was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, and we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”