Ruben Dias Commits to Manchester City Until 2029
Manchester City center back Ruben Dias has put pen to paper to extend his deal to 2029 at the Etihad Stadium. The 28-year old Portugal international signed a two-year contract extension to his current contract, which was supposed to last until 2027. In case Dias lasts the duration of this agreement, he would serve a decade in the club. Dias transferred to Manchester City in September of 2020 with a price of 62 million pounds.
A Trophy-Laden Spell at the Etihad
Dias has featured in 223 games and won 10 major titles since arriving at City. These have been the four consecutive titles in the Premier League and the unprecedented treble team that won in 2023, the Champions League, Premier League, and the FA Cup. Dias won Player of the season at the same league as well as an FWA Footballer of the year title during his debut season 2020-21, showing his instant success.
Dias stated he was honoured to play for Manchester City and share the objectives of this club. He told us, Despite all the second guessing and all the ridiculous stories, where do you find evidence that I want to be at a club challenging at the top of the sport, winning titles? The reality is that is exactly where I want to be. The vision of the club exactly fits my ambitions and as a footballer, there is no better thing to have. As we can understand, Dias is grateful to the support that he has got, stating that, “I love Manchester I now call it home and I love the Manchester city fans. Their support since the very first day is unbelievable and I want to thank them a lot.”
Ruben Dias won the Champions League in the 22-23 season
Long-Term Vision and Commitment
Dias described his aims with this contract extension as being to “Be the best that I can be during the course of this contract so that I can play a part in helping us win more silverware.” On leaving, he used the medium to offer thanks to his teammates, manager Pep Guardiola, sporting director Hugo Viana, as well as the coaching staff and the club at large. He added, “Now the hard work starts and I want to say to the fans that I will give everything so that I can win more trophies and bring more success to the City.”
Hugo Viana, the director of football at City, said Dias was one of his special players who has made a difference over the last five years at the club. Viana stated that he has been outstandingly performing in the past five years, which has made the institute very successful. The director pointed out the leadership qualities and the professionalism of Dias, saying that Dias is one of our captains, the players listen to him, and Pep and the coaching staff love to deal with him. He is the professional par excellence.”
Influence On and Off the Field
Dias has more responsibilities in the Manchester City squad than just defensive. He is respected in the dressing room and he himself is a model example of professionalism on the pitch. Viana emphasised this by saying, “Whenever Ruben wears a City shirt, he gives his everything to the badge and we are all delighted to know that he can spend the next four years here.”
Strong International Presence
Dias has been capped 68 times as a Portugal national football team member. His club performance also supplements his performance at an international level, which also makes him among the world’s best central defenders. His arrival fortifies the Defensive lines of Manchester City, as well as the Portuguese defensive line.
Ruben Dias recently won Nations League with Portugal, beating Spain
Record and Achievements
So far, since his arrival Dias has aided Manchester City in winning several titles. The club has won the Premier League in each of the seasons 2020-21 to 2023-24 after consecutive wins, a record in the club. During the same time, City won the FA Cup twice and several League Cups. The culmination of this success was the Champions League, which it won in the year 2023, which is a significant achievement of the club.
The shift of player Erdem to Benfica settled the defensive base of the team. Dias’ organisational skills, tackling and positioning rocked the defence of Manchester City. He was reliable and gave assurance in crucial games which made him deliver consistently in important games.
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Future at Manchester City
The extension of this contract reveals the intentions of Manchester City to hold one of the groups of players that is interested in a certain continuity in terms of success. Dias is important as City strives to continue competing at both high levels on home soil and in Europe.
The assertion by Dias that he could not conceive playing in any other place demonstrates his relationship with the team as well as the city. His interest of winning more trophies is in line with the goal of Manchester City to achieve more success in future periods.
In brief, Roten Dias has secured a new contract that extends his stay with Manchester City till 2029; his stay would go to a decade. His input has played a critical role in the Historic trophy tally that the club has won, including four Premier League titles and a treble. Dias has shone as a leader on and off the field and has been an important part of Manchester City. His further commitment will be a milestone in the unfolding of the club securing its future trophies and making them one of the best clubs in Europe.
