 Tunnicliffe initially joined fellow League One club Milton Keynes Dons on loan for a month beginning on 11 February 2010.Poyet stated that ""He is joining a good club and we will make sure we keep an eye on his progress and performances while he is there.We will see how things go, but we may extend the deal until the end of the season – but he will be back with us this summer, getting ready for next season.""