Over the past year or so, Bournemouth have shown a willingness to tap into the Italian market and are now prepared to do so once again for AC Milan’s Alex Jimenez.
The versatile Spaniard is nearing a move to Vitality Stadium and this information comes from two sources in Italy.
MilanNews report the 20-year-old ‘has chosen’ Bournemouth as his next destination and has given his full availability to joining Andoni Iraola’s side.
He’s been excluded from Milan’s squad for the upcoming Serie A clash against Como, having played one half of their league opener against Cremonese last weekend.
Gianluca di Marzio reports that contacts between the Cherries and Milan have been continuing and further talks are expected to take place on Friday.
Bournemouth are discussing an initial loan deal with an option to buy but will have an obligation to buy if Jimenez makes a significant number of appearances.
The youngster is an incredibly versatile player and so far at Milan he’s played on either flank as well as at left back and right back. He’s shown 1v1 ability in attack and is better going forward than defending.