 On 5 July 2019, Jiménez left the "Rojillos" after the club failed to reach an agreement for the renewal of his contract, and he was appointed manager of Asteras Tripolis two days later.His first professional match in charge occurred on 24 August, a 0–1 loss at Olympiacos.He was relieved of his duties on 4 December 2019 despite winning 3–2 after extra time over Platanias in the second leg of the Greek Cup fifth round the same day.