SHEFFIELD UNITED will try to bring back James McAtee on loan — if they cannot sign his Manchester City team-mate Tommy Doyle.
Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom was after midfielder Doyle, 21, following their return to the Premier League.
He cannot sign both on loan in the top flight.
And if City want to sell Doyle, United might struggle to beat fellow suitors to his signature.
If Doyle goes elsewhere, McAtee, 20, may go back to the Blades on loan.
However, City are unlikely to entertain permanent bids as they’re pleased with his progress.
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McAtee has appeared 36 times in the Championship for United this season, scoring eight goals and adding three assists.
In the case of Doyle, who plays deeper than his fellow loanee, he has made 32 appearances while scoring three goals and adding four assists.
Both have also enjoyed a smattering of appearances in the Man City first team.
However, both are yet to grab a goal or assist in these outings.
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McAtee’s loan to Sheffield is his first stint away from City.
Meanwhile, Doyle has had spells at Hamburg and Cardiff before his loan to Bramall Lane.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
