The Portuguese Rúben Dias (Man. City) received the award for best defense of the season. Absent from the ceremony, the 24-year-old central, the only Portuguese on the list of candidates for best player of the year by position in the 2020/2021 Champions League, left a recorded message.
“I regret not being able to be present due to the restrictions. I am very happy to receive this award and I dedicate it to everyone on the team. I’m looking forward to the next season», he stressed.
Rudiger (Chelsea) and César Azpilicueta (Chelsea) were Rúben Dias’ competitors.
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