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The under-pressure manager declared he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “We are very near to things turning around,” despite moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a heavy loss to the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Sees Derby Loss

The Hoops were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the reigning league title holders. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his last eight games.

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

Questioned about whether he was concerned, Nancy responded: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to improve on the fine details.

Fan Fury On Display

The fans made their feelings clear – towards the hierarchy – by protesting at full time. Club directors are thought to be considering to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. However by saying this is the reality, I am not saying that I am giving up. Not at all. What I mean the turnaround is near, really, really close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy continues to cling to the fact his team can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The standard we had at stages was of top quality. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was not the case. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I noted it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I said that a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Currently: small things.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. The issue now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would be different if it was not the case. Therefore I am a big believer we will manage to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a title charge despite what seemed like a landmark win. “Step by step, then we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the group is outstanding.”