Bournemouth drops ex-Real Madrid defender Álex Jiménez amid investigation into allegations involving minor

Bournemouth is dealing with an internal investigation involving right back Álex Jiménez just one day after alleged private messages involving the Spanish player and a 15-year-old began circulating on social media. The club moved quickly to address the situation as it continues to gather information.

“AFC Bournemouth are aware of posts circulating on social media involving right-back, Álex Jiménez. The club understand the seriousness of the matter and it is currently being investigated,” the club said in a statement.

Bournemouth confirms Jiménez absence for Premier League match

While the case remains unresolved, Bournemouth confirmed that Jiménez will not be available for Matchweek 36 of the English Premier League.

“As a result, Álex will not be included in the squad for tomorrow’s Premier League game against Fulham and the club will be making no further comment at this time.,” the statement added.

Jiménez, a key figure under manager Andoni Iraola, had started 26 of the 32 matches played this season for the Cherries.

The Spain Under-21 international, who started his career in the Real Madrid academy, was signed permanently in February after joining Bournemouth on loan last summer, with his contract running through 2031.

Social media messages under scrutiny

Although there is no evidence that Jiménez met with the girl in question, messages circulating online reportedly show the player acknowledging he had “never been with a 15-year-old girl.”

Hours later, additional private messages attributed to the player included a statement saying: “It was a mistake talking to you, I don’t want any problems.”

The developments come on the day the Bournemouth right back turned 21.

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