McAtee returned to Bramall Lane for another season-long loan from Manchester City on deadline day in September 2023, having become a fans favourite in his first stint at S2, maturing with experience to play a key role in United's promotion success.

Known closer to his Manchester roots as the 'Salford Silva', McAtee scored nine goals and notched three assists in 37 appearances for the Blades in all competitions during the 2022/23 season.