Bobby Thomas

Bobby Craig Thomas (born 30 January 2001) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Coventry City.

Career

Burnley In March 2018, Thomas signed his first professional deal with Burnley, signing a two-year contract. In November 2018, he went out on a months youth loan to Northern Premier League side Kendal Town. He was named as the club's young player of the year at the end of the 2018–19 season. On 23 September 2020, Thomas made his senior debut for Burnley, playing the full match in a 2–0 win over Millwall in the EFL Cup. On 22 January 2021, Thomas joined League Two side Barrow on loan for the remainder of the 2020–21 season.

On 1 September 2022, Thomas signed for EFL League One club Bristol Rovers on a season-long loan deal. Thomas made his debut a couple of days later, playing the duration of a 2–2 home draw with Morecambe, scoring Rovers' second equaliser ten minutes from time.

On 14 January 2023, Thomas joined EFL League One side Barnsley on loan for the remainder of the 2022–23 season.

Coventry City On 22 July 2023, Thomas joined EFL Championship side Coventry City on a four-year contract. On 17 April 2026, Thomas scored an equaliser in a 1–1 draw with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park to secure Coventry's promotion back to the Premier League.

On 29 May 2026, Thomas signed a new contract following the club's promotion.

Career statistics

Honours Coventry City EFL Championship: 2025–26

Individual PFA Team of the Year: 2025–26 Championship