Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane spoke with Marcos Asensio after victory over Espanyol on Sunday.

Zidane is concerned about Asensio's form and was again left unimpressed by the midfielder's performance yesterday.

Don Balon says Zidane spoke face-to-face with Asensio after the final whistle about his form.

The Frenchman did not tear into the youngster, but made it clear he was unhappy with what he was doing and demanded better.

In a clear rap over the knuckles, Zidane is hoping Asensio takes the warning on board with the midfielder's form slide now becoming a major concern for coaching staff.