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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about dismissal, claiming, “We are extremely close to a turnaround,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a heavy loss to the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Derby Defeat

Celtic were in front the visitors at the break but a collapse after the break enabled Rangers to move level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now presided over six defeats in his last eight fixtures.

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

Asked directly about his own future, Nancy responded: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on discovering solutions to get the team to improve on details.

Fan Fury Erupts

Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – aimed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. No. The message is we are really close, really, really close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach remains focused on the fact the side play well for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they might have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The standard we had at stages was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't say that if it was not the case. That is the reason, in terms of results, I noted it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I said that we are really close to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. The issue now is performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would not be if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced we will manage to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge despite what appeared to be a landmark win. “One match at a time, so we can gradually build something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”