The Celtic boss stated he had no concerns about the sack, asserting, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” despite edging perilously close to being fired with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals.
The Hoops were in front the visitors at the break but a disastrous second period let Rangers to move level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six defeats in his last eight fixtures.
“The board and I are united with the board,” stated the manager.
Asked directly about the speculation, Nancy replied: “It’s not on my mind. My focus is on working out methods to aid my players to improve on small moments.
Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the board and manager – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back the interim manager, who steered the club during a caretaker period previously, if Nancy departs.
“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am giving up. No. The message is we are really close, imminently close to turn things around.”
The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic play well for one half at a time. In fact, but for poor finishing they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit except the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be objective.
“The standard we had at times was really, really, really high. That is a fact. And I would not say that if it was different. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I noted we've seen this before. That’s why I feel a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: small things.”
“There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. But now it’s about sustaining it. My narrative would change the same. Therefore I am a big believer we’re going to be able to fix this.”
Rangers manager was cautious about a championship push despite what seemed like a statement victory. “One match at a time, so we can really build up something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”
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