Real Madrid enters the race for Ruben Dias.

Defender Ruben Dias is reportedly on Real Madrid's radar amid uncertainty surrounding his future at Manchester City in the summer of 2026.

With Ruben Dias in the squad, Real Madrid will have a solid defensive wall.

According to El Nacional , super agent Jorge Mendes proactively introduced Ruben Dias to Real Madrid before the 2026 summer transfer window opened. This move comes at a time when the Spanish royal club is reportedly preparing for a series of changes in personnel and behind-the-scenes operational structure at the Bernabeu.

Ruben Dias was once considered an irreplaceable defensive leader at Manchester City under Pep Guardiola. The Portuguese center-back played a major role in helping the Etihad Stadium team win many major titles in recent seasons, most notably the historic treble in the 2022/23 season.

However, El Nacional reports that the future of the 1997-born player is no longer as certain as before. The source claims Ruben Dias has asked Jorge Mendes to look for new options should Manchester City enter a transitional period after the Guardiola era.

Real Madrid are reportedly closely monitoring the situation of the Portuguese center-back. The Spanish club wants to add experience and quality to their defense, especially as many key players are entering the twilight of their careers.

However, the deal is currently only at the initial stage. Real Madrid has not yet made an official offer, while Manchester City has not shown any signs of being willing to part ways with Ruben Dias this summer.

If the deal goes through, it could become one of the most notable transfers in European football in the summer of 2026.

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