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The under-pressure manager stated he did not fear losing his job, maintaining, “The team is very near to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a comprehensive loss to the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Collapse Leads to Old Firm Defeat

The home side were in front Rangers at the break but a disastrous second period allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was brought in from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in his first eight matches.

“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Asked directly about the speculation, Nancy responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about finding ways to get the team to excel on details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

The fans displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to re-appoint Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period previously, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, really, really close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, if not for missed chances they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.

“The level we had at certain moments was of top quality. That is a fact. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was different. That is the reason, in terms of results, I noted this is the same story. For that reason I believe we are really close to a shift in fortunes. Currently: details, details, details.”

“I saw many, many good things that we did, like today again. However it’s about consistency. My message would not be if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to fix this.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a championship push even after what seemed like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, and we can really build up something here,” he said. “The belief in the group is immense.”