Fabián Ruiz says no to Real Madrid and renews with PSG

Signing and a surprise in Paris: one more year, another option

Fabián Ruiz has decided to stay home. The Spanish midfielder signed a contract extension with Paris Saint-Germain, ignoring the tempting offers from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. The new deal is for one more season, with an option to extend it for another twelve months if both parties agree.

The news came as a shock to Valdebebas. Real Madrid saw the Andalusian as the ideal creative replacement for the void left by Toni Kroos' retirement. Carlo Ancelotti had given the green light to the move, but the player prioritized stability and the sporting project led by Luis Enrique in the French capital.

Bayern Munich also missed out. The Bavarians had sounded out the player's representatives with an offer of no more than €40 million, a figure that PSG considered insufficient from the outset. The Parisian management was always clear that they would not sell off a key player in Luis Enrique's system for a pittance.

From Naples to Paris: a gamble that paid off handsomely

PSG signed Fabián Ruiz from Napoli in the summer of 2022 for €22.5 million, a fee that seems like a bargain today. The Spaniard arrived with a reputation as one of the most elegant midfielders in European football, but also with doubts about his ability to make his mark in a dressing room full of stars.

Four years later, any doubts have completely vanished. Ruiz has become an undisputed starter, the metronome that sets the pace for PSG in midfield. His ability to thread passes between the lines, his long-range shooting, and his tactical intelligence have made him an indispensable player for Luis Enrique.

Numbers that support the renewal

The 2025-26 season was Fabián Ruiz's best since joining PSG. The Spaniard made 34 appearances across all competitions, recording 2 goals and 5 assists in 2,122 minutes of play. Beyond the numbers, his influence on the team's build-up play was crucial in PSG securing their fourth consecutive Ligue 1 title.

His trophy cabinet with the Parisian club already includes two Champions League titles and four Ligue 1 championships, a haul few Spanish footballers can match abroad. Currently, Ruiz is with the Spanish National Team, preparing for their 2026 World Cup quarter-final match against Belgium.

“I’m very happy in Paris. This club has given me everything, and I feel I still have a lot to contribute. The decision to renew was easy because I believe in the project,” Ruiz declared after signing. These words confirm that the Andalusian midfielder has found his place in the world.