Noussair Mazraoui
MUNMorocco
Right
Nov 14, 1997
28
6'0"
139 lb
RWB
CB
Possession Builder
Man UtdClears illness
Mazraoui cleared his illness and will join the Moroccan squad for international duty, according to the club.
Analysis: Mazraoui missed Friday's clash against Bournemouth due to illness, but the defender appears to have fully shaken it off after linking up with the Moroccan squad for international duty. His availability is a positive for both club and country, even if he has mostly been working as a bench piece lately for the Red Devils.
Out against Bournemouth
Mazraoui (illness) is not in the squad for Friday's clash with Bournemouth.
Analysis: Mazraoui will sit out at least one game while he recovers from his illness, with Diogo Dalot retaining the right-back spot. The Morocco international has seen limited minutes lately, but his absence hurts the team's depth in the last contest before the international break.
Battling illness
Mazraoui is dealing with an illness and is now questionable for Friday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Michael Carrick. "[Noussair] is just ill. He just wasn't feeling too good today."
Analysis: Mazraoui is looking to be a late call for Friday, needing to test himself to pay after picking up an illness. He will have a few days to recover and will attempt to get back into training ahead of Friday's match, possibly clearing him of his issues. He has been more of a rotation defender this season, so even if he misses out, this will be a minor loss, likely only earning a bench spot if fit.
Fit for bench
Mazraoui (foot) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Mazraoui was back in training this week, and that has led to the defender's return from a foot injury, fit enough to find a spot on the bench. With seven starts in 15 appearances this season, he will likely remain more of a rotational player moving forward.
Training Wednesday
Mazraoui (foot) was back in training Wednesday ahead of Sunday's match against Aston Villa, according to his club.
Analysis: Mazrouzi is on the mend this week after a foot injury in the club's most recent outing, appearing to be healing quickly after already joining training. This brings confidence that he could be in line for a return come Sunday. He has been more of a rotational option this campaign, but did start in their last match, with seven starts in 15 appearances this season.
Picks up late injury in loss
Mazraoui struggled to walk after being subbed off in the 85th minute of Wednesday's match against Newcastle and could be dealing with an injury, Isabel Ryan of StrettyNews.com reports.
Analysis: Mazraoui suffered a stomp at some point during the game, suggesting he could have ended up with a blow. However, his status is uncertain ahead of the March 15 meeting with Aston Villa. In case he fails to recover, his spot could be covered by either Diogo Dalot or Tyrell Malacia, both of whom came off the bench against Newcastle.
Selected for bench
Mazraoui (international duty) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Arsenal.
Analysis: Mazraoui was uncertain for Sunday after returning from AFCON, but he is an option, fit for a bench role. This is his first time on the team sheet in over a month due to his time with Morocco. He has started in six of his nine appearances while going unused once in a while, serving in a bit more of a rotational role.
Uncertain status for Sunday
Mazraoui (not injury related) is back after his AFCON stint with Morocco but is uncertain whether he'll be available for Sunday's game against Arsenal.
Analysis: Mazraoui was a regular for Morocco in the AFCON campaign, starting every game all the way to the final while playing both at right-back and left-back. If he ends up being available Sunday, he'll compete with Diogo Dalot for the start on the right side of the defense.
Will represent Morocco
Mazraoui has been called up by Morocco for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18, according to Actu Foot Afrique.
Analysis: Mazraoui was called by Morocco for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Brighton on Jan. 11, with the possibility to miss almost the whole month of January if Morroco reaches the final, with a return against Arsenal on Jan. 25 at the latest. The defender has been a regular starter for Manchester United in the back-three recently, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Leny Yoro or Lisandro Martinez as the main options to see increased playing time while he is out.
Solid in defense
Mazraoui generated one cross (zero accurate) and two tackles in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.
Analysis: Mazraoui combined defensive strength with attacking support on his return to the lineup, making two tackles, one interception, three clearances and season high two blocks on the right of the back three, while going forward with overlapping runs and sending one cross. He started three of the last four games and has totaled five tackles, 12 clearances and three interceptions.
Bench role Sunday
Mazraoui (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Liverpool.
Analysis: Mazraoui is back in the fold this week despite being doubtful for the club's match, with the defender passing testing to be a bench option. He will now likely continue in more of a depth role if defense is needed on the flank, with Amad Diallo getting the majority of the time on the right flank and Mazroaui yet to start in the center of the defense this season.
Doubtful to face Liverpool
Mazraoui (undisclosed) is doubtful for Sunday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Ruben Amorim. "Mazraoui, I don't know."
Analysis: Mazraoui was expected to be out until after the international break, but could be set for further time out, as the defender is still suffering from his undisclosed injury. This is a rough spell for the defender, as he has been out for their past two games. He will likely then need to pass some testing to be an option for Sunday if he wants to play, with Diogo Dalot likely to start at right-back either way.
Out until international break
Mazraoui (undisclosed) is out until after the international break, according to manager Ruben Amorim, per Dylan Penketh of United District. "He is out also. He will not be back until the international break."
Analysis: Mazraoui has not trained at all this week, and this will leave him out for the next few games, with the defender set to miss out until after the international break. He will then look for a return when facing Liverpool on Oct. 19, although that will depend on his training. He did start in their past two, so this will force a change, with a returning Diogo Dalot (strain) likely to take his spot.
Not spotted in training
Mazraoui (undisclosed) wasn't in training Thursday, Samuel Luckhurst of The Manchester Evening News reports.
Analysis: The reasons for Mazraoui's absence are unclear, and manager Ruben Amorim could update the wing-back's fitness status during Friday's pre-match press conference. He's started the last two matches at right wing-back, and if he's unable to play Saturday against Brentford, then Amad Diallo could slot back into that role, although Diogo Dalot (strain) could also be an option since he's back in training.
Features off bench Saturday
Mazraoui (undisclosed) played a few minutes off bench in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Burnley, confirming he is back fit for Manchester United.
Analysis: Mazraoui made his return from injury in Saturday's win over the Clarets, featuring for five minutes in the final stages of the game. This is good news for the Red Devils since he is back ahead of schedule and was an undisputed starter last season under coach Ruben Amorim. Mazraoui will likely compete for that role after the international break now that he is back fit.
Nearing return
Mazraoui (undisclosed) is nearing a return but is still questionable for a return before the international break, according to manager Ruben Amorim. "Maybe he is going to return next week, we will see. But he's near, we are just finishing some drills with him to be sure that he's not going to have another problem."
Analysis: Mazraoui is still pushing for a return and will likely be a late call for both of the club's matches this week, still training and on the verge of making the team sheet. That said, he will likely be tested heading into their Carabao Cup match against Grimsby Town or on Saturday against Burnley, with that deciding if he can play. However, if he is left out, the defender will look to return after the international break, where he should be completely fit by then.
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