Maya Jama, the ever-glamorous host of Love Island, and Manchester City footballer Ruben Dias have put months of speculation to rest by confirming their relationship in a series of public and social media appearances that have delighted fans and set the internet abuzz. The couple, who first crossed paths at the MTV European Music Awards in November 2024, have since been spotted together at high-profile events, enjoyed lavish trips, and even begun house-hunting, signaling that their romance is growing ever more serious.
According to The Sun, the pair were first caught in an affectionate embrace at KSI’s Baller League event in London, held at the Copper Box Arena on December 22, 2025. Cameras captured Dias leaning in for a kiss as the couple cuddled, confirming what many had suspected for months. “Maya and Ruben seemed very close, very loved up and were clearly very comfortable with each other. They were chatting to others around them but gravitated back to each other. They seem very happy with each other,” a source told The Sun.
But their story doesn’t begin and end with a single public display. On December 21, 2025, Maya was seen supporting Dias at Wembley Stadium as Manchester City triumphed over Nottingham Forest with a 2-0 win in the FA Cup. She brought her family along for the big match, sharing joyful moments from the car ride with her mother Sadie and brother Omar. The following evening, the couple made their first official public appearance together at the Baller League match, cementing their status as one of the UK’s hottest celebrity couples.
Jama, 30, hasn’t been shy about sharing glimpses of her blossoming relationship. On December 23, she posted photos from a dinner at Camden’s Alexander The Great restaurant, playfully posing with a bouquet of red roses and showing off a chic black and white crochet dress. Fans were quick to spot a man in a blue and white striped jumper in the background—none other than Dias, adding fuel to the romance rumors.
Reports from December 2025 indicate that things are getting serious between the two, with Dias introducing Jama to his mother Bernadette. According to The Sun, Bernadette has even followed Maya on Instagram, a modern-day stamp of approval if ever there was one.
As Christmas approached, the couple’s relationship continued to blossom. On December 25, 2025, Jama delighted her millions of followers with a series of festive Instagram photos. Posing on a holiday-themed staircase in a striking red ribbed outfit—a fitted shirt left slightly unbuttoned and a matching skirt—she captured a cozy, confident holiday look surrounded by twinkling lights and poinsettia details. Fans flooded the comments, praising her effortless holiday glow and festive style, as reported by Daily Mail.
But the real highlight of the season was the couple’s romantic getaway to Paris. Just days before Christmas, Jama and Dias jetted off on a private plane, spending a magical day at Disneyland Paris before heading to the iconic Eiffel Tower. Jama shared snaps from their adventure, including a cozy selfie of the two sharing a tender kiss. Dias, 28, looked smitten as he planted a kiss on Maya, who captioned her Christmas post: “A very merry Christmas ❤️ Sending you all love ✨.” Dias responded sweetly under her post with a comment: “Bambi.”
Their Parisian escape wasn’t just about sightseeing. According to The Sun, the couple has been doing their best to spend quality time together before Jama heads to South Africa in early January 2026 to begin filming Love Island: All Stars. The show, which will record for six weeks, has already seen Jama filming promotional clips in London ahead of the holiday. In a behind-the-scenes video shared last week, Jama teased fans: “So we are here on set, first bit of All Stars experience I’m having this year. Had my glam done and the Islanders are all hidden in secret rooms. I’ve not seen any of them yet. I can’t tease anything apart from the fact that you’re gonna love it, and there’ll be some familiar faces… obviously. It’s all feeling like it’s about to start happening. It’s just like Christmas get out the way, I’m ready to go to South Africa!”
Beyond the glitz and glamour of red carpets and football matches, the couple seems to be building a life together. On December 24, 2025, Jama and Dias were spotted viewing a £4 million Omaze prize-draw mansion in Alderley Edge, Cheshire. The ultra-modern, 6,300-square-foot four-bedroom home boasts panoramic views, landscaped gardens, and a luxury indoor leisure suite. Daily Mail reports that the couple spent about two hours touring the property—Dias arriving in his Lamborghini, Jama in a chauffeur-driven Mercedes. “It’s the third time Ruben and Maya have looked at the property. They spent about two hours there on Wednesday. It’s quite a long time to spend on a viewing, but the house is very captivating,” a source said. The mansion, available to rent for around £20,000 a month or to buy outright, is reportedly high on their wish list as they look for a place to call home.
Their romance, which began after catching each other’s eye at the European Music Awards, has played out under the watchful gaze of the public and the press. When asked by The Telegraph if the attention bothers him, Dias replied: “No, I think that’s the last thing you think about. We are just both aware of it, and there’s no way around it. But at the end of the day, you don’t make it about it. You make it about everything else, and then that’s an extra you have to deal with and, obviously, be smart with it.”
As 2025 draws to a close, Maya Jama and Ruben Dias are clearly enjoying their time together—whether supporting each other’s careers, traveling the world, or simply sharing quiet moments at home. With Jama preparing for her next big television project and the couple eyeing a new home, their future together looks as dazzling as their recent holiday celebrations.
For fans and followers, the romance between Maya Jama and Ruben Dias is more than just a celebrity love story—it’s a glimpse into the lives of two people navigating fame, family, and the quest for happiness, all while keeping things refreshingly real.
