Indian Super League (ISL) side Kerala Blasters FC have announced the departure of Spanish striker Jesus Jimenez by mutual consent, as announced on Friday.

The Spanish striker had joined ahead of the 2024–25 season, tasked with replacing Golden Boot winner Dimitrios Diamantakos. Despite a tough campaign for the team, Jimenez hit the ground running and quickly made his mark.

He scored in nine of his first 12 ISL matches, missing out on the scoresheet just three times during that period. However, injuries mid-season and during the crucial final stretch disrupted his rhythm. Jimenez ended the season with 11 goals and one assist in 18 appearances, recording a 28.21% conversion rate and creating 17 chances.

Jamshedpur FC bid adieu to Javi Hernandez

Jamshedpur FC have also announced the departure of Javi Hernandez, who played a key role in their successful 2024–25 campaign under head coach Khalid Jamil.

The Spanish playmaker featured in 26 ISL games, contributing nine goals and three assists, while also creating 33 chances. His influence extended beyond the final third, as he regularly dropped deep to support build-up play and defensive transitions. Over the ISL season, he won 144 duels and made 148 recoveries, underlining his importance across all phases of the pitch.

Hernandez helped guide Jamshedpur FC to the semi-finals for the first time since 2021–22, scoring in the first leg against Mohun Bagan Super Giant and in the knockout win over NorthEast United FC. He also featured prominently in their Kalinga Super Cup run, which ended in the final defeat against FC Goa.

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