Raul Jimenez Player Profile

Raul Jimenez is a veteran Mexican soccer player known for his headers and finishing ability, making him known as one of the most reliable goalscorers in the world.

Jimenez has established himself as a key striker for both his club and national teams, and he's played for a few of Europe's top teams. He is one of Mexico's all-time leading scorers and will be an important piece for the Mexico National Team at the 2026 World Cup.

Raul Jimenez Bio

Name	Raul Alonso Jimenez Rodriguez
Age	35
Height	6' 2"
Birthdate	May 5, 1991
Nationality	Mexico
Birthplace	Tepeji, Hidalgo, Mexico
Position(s)	Striker
Current Club	Fulham
Jersey Number	7

Raul Jimenez's Mexico Career

Jimenez made his debut for the Mexico National Team in 2013 and has become a vital piece for the team ever since. He was part of the U-23 squad that won the gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics and has since represented Mexico in multiple major tournaments.

2026 will mark his fourth World Cup with Mexico (2014, 2018, 2022). He won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2019 and 2025, and has also competed in Copa America tournaments.

He is hailed as one of the most consistent goalscorers in Mexico's history and still is one of the top players on the team, even at 35 years old.

CAPS: 125
Goals: 44
Assists: 16

Raul Jimenez's Club Career

Jimenez began his club career with Club America in Mexico, debuting in 2011. He scored 38 goals in 103 appearances and helped them win the Liga MX Apertura in 2014.

His success earned him a contract from Spain's Atletico Madrid in 2014, followed by a transfer to Benfica in 2015.

With Benfica, Jimenez won the Primeira Liga twice and the Taca de Portgual, scoring 31 goals in 120 appearances.

In 2018, he joined Wolverhampton on load, and made the move permanent in 2019. He scored 57 goals in 166 Premier League matches before transferring to Fulham in 2023.

With Fulham, Jimenez has continued to be an offensive force, scoring 31 goals in 113 appearances for the club.

Jimenez's Stats by Club

	Appearances	Goals	Assists
Club America (2011-2014)	103	38	16
Atletico Madrid (2014-2015)	28	1	2
Benfica (2015-2019)	120	31	14
Wolverhampton (2018-2023)	166	57	23
Fulham (2023-present)	113	31	6

Trophies Won by Raul Jimenez

• 2x Footballer of the Year (2019, 2020)

• 2x Gold Cup Winner (2019, 2025)

• 1x Spanish Super Cup Winner (2014/15)

• 2x Portuguese Champion (2015/16, 2016/17)

• 1x CONCACAF Nations League Winner (2024/25)

• 1x Olympic Gold Medalist (2012)

Raul Jimenez Transfer Value

Jimenez's current transfer value is at 4m Euros, according to transfermarkt.

His peak value came in 2019 with Wolverhampton when he value was listed at 50m.

With his contract expiring in 2027, the fee for another team to sign the veteran wouldn't be too much.

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