Málaga CF to Part Ways with Juanpe Jiménez in Last-Minute Move

Juanpe Jiménez Leaves Málaga After Contract Termination

The Jerez-born midfielder Juanpe Jiménez left Málaga CF after his contract was terminated, with two years remaining. The player joined Gamba Osaka in Japan, where he already passed his medical tests. The agreement came after a muscle injury prevented him from competing for months.

Details of the Exit and Future

Jiménez, 30, played 29 matches in his first season at Málaga (22 in LaLiga, 3 in the Copa, and 4 in the promotion phase). In the next two seasons, he added 36 more LaLiga Hypermotion games and one Copa match. His departure follows his exclusion from coach Juanfran Funes' plans for this season. Málaga CF highlighted his commitment in a farewell message.

Málaga CF Statement

The club issued a statement recognizing Jiménez's effort and wishing him luck in his new chapter. 'La Rosaleda will always be your home,' the club said, praising his contribution to two promotions: one to LaLiga Hypermotion in 2023-24 and another to LaLiga EA Sports in June last year.