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The Celtic boss stated he had no concerns about dismissal, maintaining, “We are really close to things turning around,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy defeat by the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Sees Derby Loss

The Hoops were in front the visitors at the break but a collapse after the break enabled Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six setbacks in his first eight matches.

“There is unity with the board,” said the manager.

Asked directly about the speculation, he replied: “I don’t think about it. I think about working out methods to aid my players to excel on the fine details.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The board are reportedly likely to return to the former boss, who had a fruitful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. However by saying this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. No. What I mean we are on the cusp, really, really close to change the narrative.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy continues to cling to the fact Celtic play well for a half at a time. In fact, but for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The level we had at times was exceptionally high. That is a fact. And I would not say that if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I noted it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Right now: details, details, details.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. However is sustaining it. My narrative would change if it was not the case. This is why I am a big believer we will manage to get back on track.”

Opposition Reaction Stance

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a title charge even after what appeared to be a huge result. “We take it game by game, so we can develop momentum,” he said. “The belief in the team is immense.”