Defiant Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about being fired yet the Parkhead faithful display anger following loss.

The under-pressure manager declared he did not fear losing his job, claiming, “I believe we are very near to a turnaround,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a heavy loss to Rangers.

Another Meltdown Leads to Derby Defeat

The home side were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a second-half capitulation allowed Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was appointed in December, has now been in charge for six losses in his first eight games.

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

Questioned about his own future, Nancy said: “That’s not my focus. I think about finding ways to help my team to improve on small moments.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – directed at the board and manager – by gathering at Parkhead. The board are reportedly likely to bring back the interim manager, who had a fruitful caretaker period last year, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, really, really close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach remains focused on the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for poor finishing they could have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was not the case. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I noted it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: the fine margins.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. The issue now is sustaining it. My narrative would change if I didn't believe it. Therefore I am a big believer the team can to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Rangers manager was cautious about a serious challenge even after what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, then we can develop momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the team is immense.”