Who Is Maya Jama Dating Now? Latest Boyfriend Update

Maya Jama and Ruben Dias have officially ended their relationship after around 18 months together, bringing an end to one of the more closely watched celebrity-sports romances of recent years. The Love Island UK presenter and Manchester City defender had kept much of their relationship private, but their eventual split quickly became the subject of online speculation.

The rumours intensified after fans noticed that Maya and Ruben had removed photographs of each other from their social-media profiles. Rather than allowing speculation to continue, Dias eventually addressed the cheating rumours directly.

The footballer made it clear that no line had been crossed during their relationship. He also explained that the reasons behind their separation were private and belonged to the couple.

That was an important distinction. A relationship ending does not necessarily mean someone cheated or that there was a dramatic falling-out.

Maya later shared her own thoughts in a comment on social media. Describing herself as an “all or nothing girl”, she explained that she does not casually date and prefers to love openly when she is in a relationship.

The couple reportedly first met at the 2024 MTV European Music Awards in Manchester before their relationship became public in 2025. Maya subsequently spent more time in Cheshire while Ruben continued his football career with Manchester City.

According to reports cited in the original story, their increasingly demanding careers played a major role in the decision to separate. Maya had a busy filming schedule ahead, including The Celebrity Traitors, while Dias had football commitments and the upcoming World Cup to focus on.

Maya's relationship history has previously included high-profile romances with Stormzy and Ben Simmons, while Ruben had also been linked to singer April Ivy before his relationship with Maya.

For now, Maya appears focused on her career. She remains one of British television's most recognisable presenters, while Ruben continues his football career at Manchester City.

The biggest takeaway from their split is perhaps the simplest: not every celebrity break-up has a scandal behind it. Both Maya and Ruben have indicated that their relationship ended privately and respectfully, despite the rumours surrounding them.