Manchester City Defender Ruben Dias Extends Contract to 2029

Ruben Dias has signed a two-year contract extension with Manchester City, securing his stay at the club until 2029 with an option for an additional year. Since joining City from Benfica in 2020, Dias has made over 200 appearances and won numerous trophies including four Premier League titles, the Champions League, FA Cup, and EFL Cup. He has been a key figure in Pep Guardiola’s squad, recognized for his leadership as part of the captaincy group and his professionalism, with City’s director of football calling him 'the ultimate professional.' Dias expressed his happiness at continuing with City, citing the club’s ambition and his love for Manchester and its fans as reasons for his commitment. This contract extension aligns with the club's ongoing rebuild, with Dias and other core players like Erling Haaland seen as central to City’s future success. The extension also follows recent new deals for Haaland and manager Guardiola, highlighting the club's focus on stability and long-term competitiveness.