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The Celtic boss stated he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “The team is very near to changing our fortunes,” even after moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive setback against their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Disaster

The home side were in front Rangers at half-time but a collapse after the break enabled the Gers to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six losses in his first eight games.

“The board and I are united at the club,” stated the manager.

Asked directly about the speculation, the 48-year-old replied: “That’s not my focus. I think about finding ways to help my team to improve on small moments.

Fan Fury On Display

The fans displayed their anger – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting outside the stadium. The board are thought to be considering to re-appoint the former boss, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. However in stating that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. No. My point is the turnaround is near, extremely close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy highlights the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for missed chances they could have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but it's important to stay fair.

“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was different. But that’s why, in terms of results, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I said that a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: the fine margins.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. The issue now is consistency. My message would change if I didn't believe it. Therefore I firmly believe we will manage to fix this.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge even after what appeared to be a huge result. “Step by step, then we can develop something here,” he said. “The belief in the squad is immense.”