 In January 2013 McDonald rejoined Gillingham on a loan deal until the end of the season with the option of a callback after one month by Coventry.He scored on his début for the Gills against York City on 26 January, but was recalled to Coventry in early February.In July 2013, however, he signed a two-year contract with the "Gills" after Coventry agreed to terminate his contract.