Man City have reportedly taken a final decision on the future of defender Ruben Diaz as the 2025/2026 club football season draws closer.
Man City are reportedly preparing to open formal contract negotiations with Portuguese defender Rúben Dias, as the club looks to secure the long-term future of one of its most influential players ahead of the 2025/2026 club football seson.
According to reports, discussions are expected to progress in the coming weeks. Since joining from Benfica in 2020, Dias has established himself as a central figure in Pep Guardiola’s defensive setup.
With a few years still remaining on his current deal, the move to begin talks reflects City’s desire to reward Dias for his continued consistency and to reaffirm their commitment to maintaining a core group of elite performers.
It has been highlighted that the club views Dias not only as a defensive anchor but also as a long-term leader within the squad. Both parties are said to be aligned in their intentions to continue together, and optimism surrounds the outcome of the upcoming discussions.
Manchester City’s decision to initiate talks also fits their wider strategy of securing the futures of key players ahead of another demanding season across multiple competitions.
Further developments are expected in the coming weeks as negotiations progress between the player’s representatives and the club.
