AFC Bournemouth has taken immediate action by excluding defender Alex Jimenez from their upcoming Premier League fixture against Fulham. The decision comes in the wake of serious allegations that have emerged on social media concerning the Spanish right-back.
The club confirmed it is aware of posts circulating online that allege Jimenez engaged in a private conversation with a minor, including sending a suggestive photo from his car. While no formal charges have been filed, Bournemouth deemed the situation serious enough to warrant swift intervention.
In an official statement, the club acknowledged the gravity of the matter and announced it has initiated an internal investigation. As a direct consequence, Jimenez will not be part of the traveling squad for the match at Craven Cottage. The club stated it would not be making any further comments at this time.
This controversy arrives at a particularly sensitive moment for the 2005-born player, who has been enjoying a standout season on the south coast. Jimenez, who joined Bournemouth on loan from AC Milan, has been one of the team's most impressive performers this campaign, playing a key role in their push for a historic European qualification spot.
The situation is complicated by the financial arrangements already in place for the player. Bournemouth had already triggered a mandatory purchase clause in the loan agreement with Milan. The transfer is set to become permanent at the end of the season, with the deal structured at approximately 24 million euros in total—19 million as a fixed fee plus an additional 5 million in potential bonuses.
A portion of the proceeds from this transfer is owed to Real Madrid, which retains a 50% sell-on clause on the fixed portion of the fee from its previous dealings involving the player. The off-field developments now cast a shadow over what had been a promising move for all parties involved.
Based on reporting from Tuttosport.com - Calcio.
