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The under-pressure manager insisted he had no concerns about losing his job, claiming, “We are very near to things turning around,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to being fired with a heavy loss to the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Sees Old Firm Disaster

Celtic were in front their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six defeats in his last eight fixtures.

“We are together at the club,” insisted the manager.

Pressed on his own future, the 48-year-old replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on finding ways to aid my players to excel on details.

Protest Erupts

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the board and manager – in their hundreds at full time. The board would be most likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint last year, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. But in stating that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

He highlights the fact the side play well for a half at a time. Indeed, if not for poor finishing they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The performance we had at stages was really, really, really high. This is the reality. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I said this is the same story. Which is why I said that we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: the fine margins.”

“There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. But now is consistency. My message would be different if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced the team can to fix this.”

The Rangers Boss Outlook

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a championship push even after what appeared to be a huge result. “One match at a time, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the group is immense.”