CARY, N.C. – North Carolina FC announced on Friday it had signed midfielder Thomas Roberts through the 2025 season with a club option for the 2026 USL Championship season. The transaction is pending league and federation approval. 

The 24-year-old midfielder spent five years in the FC Dallas Academy before signing a homegrown player contract with the club in 2018. During his time with FC Dallas, Roberts spent time on loan with North Texas SC, where he won the 2019 USL League One title, and SK Austria Klagenfurt before joining MLS NEXT Pro club Columbus Crew 2 in 2023.  

“We are excited to add Thomas to our group here at North Carolina FC. I’ve followed Thomas since having the opportunity to work with him in the U.S. Youth National Team system. He brings quality and experience, and he is driven to compete to win. He has joined well already and is an important addition to our midfield and team,” said NCFC Head Coach and Sporting Director John Bradford.

Most recently, Roberts spent one season with Stabæk Fotball in the OBOS-ligaen, Norway's Second Division. In his lone season with Stabæk, Roberts made 27 appearances, scoring three goals and tallying four assists. 

“I’m super grateful to join the team in this last stretch of games,” said Roberts. “I’m excited to bring my experiences to this club. All I want to do is lift a trophy at the end of the year, so that’s the goal.”

Roberts also has experience with the U.S. Youth National Team setup, making appearances for the U16, U18, and U20 teams during his career.