Manchester City captain Ruben Dias has praised the club’s summer recruitment, stating the new arrivals are “desperate to win” and confirming the squad is fully adopting manager Enzo Maresca’s tactical approach ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes Manchester derby against Manchester United.
Dias Embraces Leadership Role Amid Squad Transition
Speaking ahead of the Premier League showdown at Old Trafford, the Portugal international emphasized that his personal responsibilities remain constant despite the significant changes to the playing roster.
“In terms of the role I have, it goes down to trying to be the best version of yourself, and in terms of that, nothing has changed,” Dias told reporters.
New Signings Bring Hunger to Title Chase
The centre-back highlighted the immediate impact of the fresh faces in the dressing room, noting their winning mentality aligns perfectly with the club’s ambitions. Dias suggested the new players have integrated seamlessly into Maresca’s system, adding competitive depth to a squad targeting another trophy-laden season.
Derby Focus Sharpens Preparations
With the Manchester derby looming, the City captain indicated the team’s focus is entirely on executing the manager’s game plan. The match represents an early test of Maresca’s philosophy against a local rival, and Dias expressed confidence in the group’s collective readiness.
