Ruben Dias Addresses Cheating Rumours Amid Manchester City Exit Speculation
Ruben Dias has addressed media speculation around his recent breakup with TV presenter Maya Jama. The Manchester City defender took to Instagram to vent his frustrations over cheating allegations.
Dias and Jama had been dating for 18 months before their recent split. The 29-year-old footballer signed a new City deal till 2029 last summer.
The Portugal international wrote on Instagram, "When my 85-year-old grandad is asking me if I've cheated on my girlfriend because he's seen it repeatedly on the news, that's where I draw the line on what's acceptable and what's not."
Dias emphasized that his relationship with Jama was built on mutual respect. He stated, "No line was ever crossed in that regard."
The centre-half is expected to report for pre-season in July after he returns from representing his nation at the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Dias had just finished a demanding season with Manchester City, which saw the Blues push Arsenal in the title race till the final stretch.
The Manchester City defender won the FA Cup and Carabao Cup double with City in Pep Guardiola's final season at the Etihad Stadium. Dias has been a revelation and a regular starter for Manchester City since joining from Benfica in 2020.
Dias's Manchester City future is in doubt upon Pep Guardiola's exit, with the club expected to announce Enzo Maresca as Guardiola's replacement over the weekend. Dias's agent has received instructions regarding his future at the club.
The reasons why Dias and Jama broke up are private and belong to them, and they've both dealt with it in a mature way. Dias believes Jama deserves all the respect in the world.
Dias chose to remain silent on these matters as his personal life is his business only. But he also believes it's wrong to lie to people and to portray an opposite image of someone just for clickbait.
Respect is key for Dias, and he wants people to understand that not always one has to betray the other in order for a relationship to end. Dias and Jama had shared swanky holidays together during their 18-month relationship.
Dias's focus will now shift to the upcoming FIFA World Cup, where he will represent his nation. After the tournament, he will return to Manchester City for pre-season training.
The future of Manchester City is uncertain, with Pep Guardiola's exit and the expected announcement of Enzo Maresca as his replacement. Dias's future at the club is also in doubt, but he remains committed to his profession and his nation.