Alex Jimenez
Profession: Footballer
Born: May 8, 2005
Age: 20 years old
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Leganés, Spain
Known for: full-back for the Spanish national team.
Biography
Álex Jiménez is a Spanish professional footballer well known for his good anticipation and attacking contributions as a full-back. He is a modern day defender who is very strong in duels. He has the ability to support offensive play from wide defensive positions.
Jiménez was born in Leganés, Spain. He grew up in the Madrid region, where he developed his skills in local youth systems before earning the opportunity to join Real Madrid youth academy. At Real Madrid, Jiménez progressed through several youth levels, where he became known for his ability to play on both defensive flanks.
Jiménez made a significant career move by joining Italian club AC Milan on loan. He initially gained experience through youth and developmental squads while training alongside senior players.
Jiménez gradually earned opportunities to showcase his abilities within Milan’s competitive environment. He made his debut for AC Milan in a 4-1 Coppa Italia home win against Cagliari on January 2 2024. His loan move was made permanent as AC Milan decided to activate the buy option clause, on March 25, 2024, for a reported fee of €5,000,000.
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He also went on loan to AFC Bournemouth on September 1, 2025. He scored his first goal for Bournemouth in a 3-2 home win against Liverpool. He later signed a permanent deal, on a five-year contract on February 12, 2026.
Jiménez has represented Spain at various youth levels from under-17 to under-21. His involvement in Spain’s youth national teams reflects his strong technical foundation and understanding of possession-based football.
Career Timeline
- 2010-2011 – Talavera CF (youth career)
- 2011-2012 – UD Talavera (youth career)
- 2012-2022 – Real Madrid (youth career)
- 2022-2024 – Real Castilla
- 2023-2024 – AC Milan (loan)
- 2024-2026 – AC Milan
- 2025-2026 – AFC Bournemouth (loan)
- 2026 – AFC Bournemouth
Personal Details
- Alternative name: Álex Jiménez Sánchez
- Nationality: Spanish
- Religion: Christianity
- Height: 1.77 m
- Official website: Instagram – @alexjimenez.20
Trivia
- Jiménez can play as a right-back and left-back despite naturally favoring the right side.
- He is a big admirer of Trent Alexander Arnold.
- He has represented Spain across multiple youth international levels.
- He won the Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan in 2024-25 season.
- He has an overall rating of 71 in EA SPORTS FC 26.
- He earns a salary of €936k annually after signing for Bournemouth.
- He has a market value of €18 million according to Transfermarkt.
