James Rodriguez has pleaded with Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane to go with him for their Copa clash with Celta Vigo.

Don Balon says Zizou has concerns over James' fitness and has told the midfielder not to stretch himself as he recovers from a knock.

But James says he's ready, with Real 2-1 down from the first-leg and hit hard by injury.

The Colombia international feels this is his chance to prove himself to Zidane and stated his case for selection yesterday.

But there remains hesitation on the coach's behalf.