Bournemouth Drop Alex Jimenez for Fulham Premier League Clash Amid Investigation
- Bournemouth have dropped Alex Jimenez from their squad to face Fulham after launching an investigation into controversial social media posts
- Manager Andoni Iraola admitted the club fears the situation could be serious, saying: “I hope it's not what we think.”
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Bournemouth have confirmed Alex Jimenez will not be part of the squad for Saturday’s Premier League trip to Fulham after the club opened an investigation into social media posts linked to the defender.
The Spaniard had been expected to travel to Craven Cottage as part of Andoni Iraola’s plans before Bournemouth announced his withdrawal on Friday.
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Bournemouth drops Jimenez over social media posts
In a statement that has been reported by Sports Mole, the club said:
"AFC Bournemouth are aware of posts circulating on social media involving right-back, Alex Jimenez.
"The club understand the seriousness of the matter and it is currently being investigated."
While the club did not give details, The Telegraph claims Jimenez messaged a 15-year-old girl on Instagram.
Iraola later addressed the issue during his pre-match press conference, insisting the club would gather more information before making further decisions.
"The club has to do their investigations and see what has really happened," Iraola told BBC Radio Solent.
"We will then move from there. I hope it's not what we think."
Jimenez joined Bournemouth on loan from AC Milan last summer before completing a permanent switch in February, signing a contract running until 2031 at the south coast club.
Source: YEN.com.gh
