Portuguese · Amadora, Portugal · Born 14 May 1997Commanding Portuguese centre-back whose arrival at Manchester City transformed their defence and led to immediate title success.
Rúben Santos Gato Alves Dias was born in Amadora, Portugal on 14 May 1997. He joined Manchester City from Benfica in 2020 for £65 million and had an immediate transformative impact. His composure, leadership, reading of the game and dominant aerial presence helped City win the Premier League in his first season, and he was named FWA Footballer of the Year 2021. He has won four Premier League titles, the Champions League in 2023, and multiple domestic trophies. He has earned over 45 caps for Portugal.
Transforming Manchester City's defence and winning Premier League Player of the Season in his debut campaign
He was named FWA Footballer of the Year in his debut Premier League season at just 23 years old, a remarkable achievement for a centre-back.
Did You Know?How They Played
Commanding centre-back with exceptional aerial ability, leadership qualities, and ball-playing skills from defence
Lasting Impact
Dias revolutionized Manchester City's defence and is widely regarded as one of the best centre-backs of his generation.
Career Honours
- Premier League 4x
- Champions League 2023
- FA Cup 2x
- League Cup 2x
- FWA FOTY 2021
- Nations League 2019
| Club | Period | Fee | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benfica | 2017–2020 | — | 131 | 3 | #3 |
| Manchester City | 2020–2024 | £68m | 150 | 11 | #5 |
 Portugal | — | — | 60 | 4 | — |
Portuguese Athletes