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The under-pressure manager declared he had no concerns about the sack, maintaining, “We are really close to a turnaround,” despite edging perilously close to the exit with a comprehensive loss to Rangers.

Another Meltdown Results in Old Firm Defeat

Celtic were in front the visitors at half-time but a collapse after the break let the Gers to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six setbacks in eight matches.

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

Pressed on his own future, the 48-year-old responded: “That’s not my focus. I think about working out methods to aid my players to excel on details.

Protest Erupts

The fans displayed their anger – aimed at the dugout and directors – by protesting outside the stadium. The hierarchy would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who had a fruitful interim spell last year, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, imminently close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

He highlights the fact the side can perform strongly for one half at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The performance we had at stages was exceptionally high. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was not the case. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I feel we are really close to things turning around. Currently: the fine margins.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would be different if I didn't believe it. Therefore I firmly believe we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Stance

Rangers manager was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what seemed like a statement victory. “Step by step, so we can gradually build something here,” he said. “The confidence in the team is immense.”