McCarthy was introduced late in the second-half during their goalless draw against AmaZulu at the weekend, giving Pirates more options up front.
Leal said the striker's physical level has improved and that it won't be long before he starts matches.
"Yes, it is true he has lost weight but I can't give numbers (kilograms), but he is still not up to the standard we require.
"But his commitment and his technical and tactical quality have indicated that we can use him during games. It won't be long before he is inspired as before and then we will start with him," Leal adds.
With Pirates' strikers failing to score, Leal could use McCarthy during the first round Telkom Knockout Cup match against Black Leopards this weekend.
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