Academy graduate Tom turned professional at City in May 2024, after scoring 22 goals from midfield for the under-18s in 2023/24.

Tom, who is equally comfortable on the right of midfield as he is playing behind the striker, had already made his first team debut before signing pro, coming off the bench against Arsenal under-21s in the EFL Trophy. He went on to spend the 2024/25 season at Plymouth Parkway while also featuring for the Grecians' under-21 side in a successful Premier League Cup campaign. 

Returning to St James Park in April 2025, Tom signed a brand new contract and made his League One debut away at Crawley Town.