🔗 Share this article Bullish Celtic's manager shows no fear of the sack yet supporters unleash fury following derby defeat. Wilfried Nancy declared he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “I believe we are very near to a turnaround,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a convincing loss to Rangers. Another Collapse Sees Old Firm Defeat The home side had led the visitors at the break but a disastrous second period let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was hired from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six losses in his last eight games. “The board and I are united with the board,” insisted Nancy. Pressed on his own future, he responded: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on discovering solutions to get the team to excel on small moments. Protest On Display Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – aimed at the board and manager – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period last year, if Nancy departs. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But in stating this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. What I mean the turnaround is near, really, really close to reverse our form.” “Really, Really Close” He remains focused on the fact his team can perform strongly for a half at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay objective. “The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That is a fact. And I would not say that if it was different. That is the reason, in terms of results, I said it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that we are really close to a shift in fortunes. Currently: small things.” “There were many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. But now is sustaining it. My message would change the same. That’s why I firmly believe we’re going to be able to turn things around.” The Rangers Boss Outlook Danny Röhl was cautious about a title charge despite what appeared to be a landmark win. “We take it game by game, so we can develop something here,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is immense.”