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The under-pressure manager insisted he had no concerns about the sack, maintaining, “The team is very near to things turning around,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to the exit with a comprehensive loss to the Ibrox side.

Another Meltdown Results in Derby Loss

Celtic had led the visitors at the break but a disastrous second period let Rangers to move level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was brought in in December, has now overseen six setbacks in his first eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Pressed on the speculation, Nancy responded: “It’s not on my mind. I think about finding ways to aid my players to improve on details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

The fans voiced their fury – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to re-appoint the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, really, really close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy highlights the fact his team play well for one half at a time. In fact, but for missed chances they could have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain balanced.

“The standard we had at times was really, really, really high. This is the reality. And I would not say that if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I noted we've seen this before. That’s why I feel we are really close to things turning around. Currently: details, details, details.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, like today again. However comes down to sustaining it. My outlook would be different if it was not the case. Therefore I firmly believe we will manage to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge even after what felt like a statement victory. “One match at a time, then we can develop something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is excellent.”