🔗 Share this article Bullish Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about being fired but supporters display wrath following loss. Wilfried Nancy declared he was not afraid of the sack, claiming, “The team is very near to a turnaround,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a convincing loss to their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Meltdown Results in Old Firm Defeat The Hoops were in front the visitors at the break but a second-half capitulation enabled the Gers to draw level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was appointed in December, has now presided over six defeats in eight fixtures. “There is unity with the board,” stated Nancy. Questioned about his own future, he responded: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on finding ways to help my team to excel on the fine details. Supporters' Anger On Display Celtic’s support voiced their fury – directed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds outside the stadium. The board are reportedly likely to bring back the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. Yet by saying this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. No. The message is the turnaround is near, imminently close to change the narrative.” “Really, Really Close” The coach continues to cling to the fact the side play well for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I must remain fair. “The level we had at times was really, really, really high. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was not the case. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I noted it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are really close to a shift in fortunes. Right now: small things.” “I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. The issue now it’s about consistency. My narrative would be different if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced we’re going to be able to get back on track.” Opposition Reaction Response Rangers manager refused to contemplate a championship push even after what felt like a statement victory. “Step by step, then we can really build up something here,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is immense.”