The absence of Moroccan international Noussair Mazraoui from participating with Manchester United during the summer preparation period continues, as he was not present in the lineup that faced Bournemouth in a friendly match, which ended with the "Red Devils" winning 4-1 early Thursday morning.

According to media reports, Mazraoui (27 years old) is suffering from a minor muscle bruise he sustained during training last week.

Although the injury is not classified as serious, the medical staff preferred not to take any risks, resulting in him missing the second consecutive match after also being absent from the friendly against West Ham United last Sunday.

Manchester United is preparing for a third match in their American tour against Everton next Sunday at 22:00 GMT, and they will conclude their preparatory matches by facing Italian Fiorentina at "Old Trafford" on August 9.

The official debut for United will be on August 17, when they host Arsenal in a top clash of the first round of the Premier League.

Noussair Mazraoui's situation regarding participation in upcoming matches remains uncertain, awaiting a final assessment of his health condition by the medical staff, while the coach aims to ensure full readiness for all key players before the season begins.