Official: Alex Jimenez joins Bournemouth on loan with conditional obligation to buy

Alex Jimenez’s move from AC Milan to AFC Bournemouth has now been officially confirmed by both clubs.

Over the weekend reports emerged stating that Milan and Bournemouth had shaken hands on a deal that would see the Spaniard head for the Premier League. Now, the official communications have arrived.

Alex Jimenez to Bournemouth: Official

Bournemouth write on their website: “AFC Bournemouth is delighted to announce the signing of talented full-back Álex Jiménez on an initial loan deal from AC Milan.

“The 20-year-old defender, regarded as one of the brightest young prospects in European football, joins the Cherries with 34 appearances under his belt in all competitions for Milan.”

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After signing for the club, AFC Bournemouth’s President of Football Operations Tiago Pinto stated: “Álex is a highly regarded young player who has already shown great promise at AC Milan.

“We are delighted to bring a player with such talent into the club and we believe he will be a strong addition to our squad. We’re looking forward to working with him once he returns from international duty with Spain.”

Meanwhile, Milan write: “AC Milan can confirm that Alejandro Jiménez Sánchez has joined AFC Bournemouth on loan, with an obligation to make the deal permanent upon the completion of certain conditions. The Club would like to wish Alejandro all the best for the coming season.”

So, the statement from the Rossoneri confirms that it is indeed an initial loan deal but with certain conditions being met it will become a permanent switch for the former Real Madrid man.