The commanding Portuguese centre-half has made an eye-catching impact since linking up with the Premier League champions
Manchester City centre-half Ruben Dias has been named the FWA Footballer of the Year for 2021, becoming the first defender to land that prize since former Liverpool star Steve Nicol in 1989.
The commanding Portugal international has been a revelation for the Blues since completing a £62 million ($87m) move to the Etihad Stadium in September 2020.
He has, across 48 appearances in all competitions, helped Pep Guardiola's side to the Premier League title, another Carabao Cup triumph and the Champions League final.