Declan Thompson

Declan Sebastian Eratt-Thompson (born 9 March 2002) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender or midfielder for club Matlock Town.

Early and personal life Thompson was diagnosed with Legg–Calvé–Perthes disease aged 5, and spent 18 months in a wheelchair. He is the son of former professional footballer Lee Thompson.

Career Thompson played youth football with Sheffield Wednesday before being released at the age of 14. He began training with the Stocksbridge Park Steels first team, where his father was assistant manager, though could not play as he was too young.

He signed for Sheffield Wednesday on a two-year scholarship in summer 2018. Following his two-year scholarship, he signed a one-year-long professional contract in summer 2020. A one year option was activated in his contract on 12 May 2021, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2022. On 16 March 2022, manager Darren Moore announced he would be leaving the club upon the expiry of his contract.

On 19 August 2022, Thompson signed for Southern League Premier Division Central club Ilkeston Town. He made his debut the following day off the bench in a 1–1 draw with Redditch United.

On 25 July 2025, Thompson joined Northern Premier League Division One East club Matlock Town.

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