Marca: Milan offered Jimenez lifeline by Liverpool star
AC Milan are very much aware that Alex Jimenez could already move back to Real Madrid, but a new hope has emerged this afternoon.
The Spaniard has progressed massively in the past 18 months, and Milan see the defender as a key part of their future. Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been very vocal in his backing of the talent, and with his versatility, he has the range to be a stalwart for years to come.
However, this has a negative side – Real are continuing to keep an eye on the defender because of his sharp rise.
In fact, Marca (via Milan News) report that the Spaniard 'convinced' the club during his first year and this year he is continuing to do the same, even if his minutes are slightly more limited than they were last season. Nevertheless, the Spanish club are continuing to observe his progress and are paying 'close attention'.
Milan have been offered a lifeline in the situation, though. According to the report, Los Blancos' interest in Trent Alexander-Arnold will play a large part in their plan for Jimenez – if they land the Englishman, there is a chance that their interest in the Rossonero will cease.
That being said, Jimenez's versatility might be too great of a deal to turn down, so it would not guarantee that Real would look away.
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