After interest from other clubs, Thompson ended up signing for Manchester United as an under-9 in 2010.[3] He progressed through the age groups at United but wasn't offered a scholarship and departed the club aged 15.[3] Following his release, Thompson signed for Everton.[3] He spent 18-months at the club, but finding game time at Everton limited, Thompson was allowed to explore other options and he requested to be released from his contract.[3] Following this, he went on trial with Burnley and scored twice in an under-23 friendly and played once for the under-18 side against Nottingham Forest before signing.[4][3]
Professional career
During the COVID-19 lockdown, Thompson was invited to train with the first-team bubble and impressed Burnley manager, Sean Dyche, in training.[3] On 22 June 2020, he made his senior debut, coming on as a substitute for Matěj Vydra in Burnley's 5–0 loss to Manchester City at the City of Manchester Stadium.[5]
On 22 July 2022, Thompson joined newly-promoted Championship side Sunderland on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. He was initially assigned to the under-21 squad.[6]
In October 2023, Thompson left Sunderland by mutual consent.[7]
On 10 October 2024, Thompson joined Scottish Championship club Queen's Park on a contract until the end of the season with the option for a further year.[9]
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