With the summer transfer window set to close on Monday, Bournemouth are making a late push to strengthen their squad. The latest target? AC Milan’s versatile full-back Alex Jimenez, who is reportedly open to a Premier League switch.
Cherries Keen to Bolster Iraola’s Defence
After already bringing in five new signings—Djordje Petrovic, Bafode Diakite, Adrien Truffert, Amine Adli, and Ben Gannon-Doak—Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth are not done yet. The club is now locked in negotiations with AC Milan over a deal for 20-year-old Jimenez, according to BBC Sport.
The proposed move is a season-long loan, but talks are ongoing with no formal agreement yet in place. Milan reportedly prefer a permanent deal in the region of £20 million, although a loan with an option—or obligation—to buy remains on the table. Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio suggests the deal could hinge on Jimenez hitting a set number of appearances.
Who Is Alex Jimenez?
Jimenez came through the ranks at Real Madrid but never broke into the senior side. A move to AC Milan saw him quickly integrated into their first-team setup, where he has since made 34 appearances. The young Spaniard featured in Milan’s opening day defeat to Cremonese, coming on as a half-time substitute.
Comfortable on both flanks, Jimenez offers tactical flexibility—able to slot in at right-back, left-back, or even higher up the wing. If Bournemouth secure the deal, he’ll provide competition for Adam Smith, Julian Araujo, Adrien Truffert, and Julio Soler in the full-back positions.
Verdict: Smart Move or Late Gamble?
For a club like Bournemouth looking to punch above its weight, a deal for a highly-rated, two-footed defender with Serie A experience could be a savvy piece of business—especially if structured as a loan with upside. With just days left in the window, this could be one to watch for fans and fantasy managers alike.
Stay tuned—if this one goes through, it could prove to be a shrewd final addition for the Cherries this summer.