Max Thompson (footballer, born 2002)

Max Thompson (born 9 February 2002) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for MFK Skalica.

Youth career
After interest from other clubs, Thompson ended up signing for Manchester United as an under-9 in 2010. He progressed through the age groups at United but wasn't offered a scholarship and departed the club aged 15. Following his release, Thompson signed for Everton. 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. 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.

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. 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.

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.

In October 2023, Thompson left Sunderland by mutual consent.

In January 2024, Thompson signed for Slovak First Football League side MFK Skalica.

Personal life
Thompson's brother and father, Warren, also played football, for Blackburn Rovers and York City respectively.