The boss introduced Benjamin Sesko into his line-up for the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, with Amad starting on the bench.
The Ivory Coast international produced an exciting cameo performance, that would have yielded a goal but for a stunning save from former Red Dean Henderson.
Carrick had no concerns with how the 23-year-old would respond and he will be in the frame to feature when we travel to Newcastle United for Wednesday's 20:15 GMT kick-off.
"Amad has been massive for us," the boss told journalists. "Massive for us. So it's not a major downside that he didn't start.