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Former Premier League star George Baldock found dead in pool

Former Premier League star George Baldock, 31, was found dead in the pool, which shocked the football community.

The former Sheffield United defender recently moved to Greece side Panathinaikos. He was discovered unresponsive in a pool of his private property in Glyfada, a suburb of Athens.

The tragic death of the now-late 31-year-old footballer left fans in shock.

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Baldock passed away: The reason of death remains mystery

Sheffield United Football Club is shocked and extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player, George Baldock.

The defender left the club in the summer after seven years at Bramall Lane and was extremely popular with supporters, staff and team-mates who pulled on a… pic.twitter.com/OlDsn0lFpB

— Sheffield United (@SheffieldUnited) October 9, 2024

Baldock was a dynamic defender who spent seven seasons in Sheffield, where his tenacity and work ethic endeared him to supporters and fellow players alike.

There have been investigations into the cause of Baldock’s death by the local authorities. According to reports, emergency responders arrived at his residence and attempted to revive him. Despite their efforts, Baldock could not be saved. While the exact cause of death remains unknown, authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the discovery of his body.

Sheffield United was among the first to announce the tragic news about Baldock and shared their deep condolences:

“Sheffield United Football Club is shocked and extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player, George Baldock. He was a beloved figure both on and off the pitch.”

Baldock left Sheffield as a cult hero during the summer transfer window to join Panathinaikos.

Football world pays tribute to George Baldock

Tributes have since poured in from across the football world. Former teammates, coaches, and fans have taken to social media to express their grief and celebrate Baldock’s contributions to the sport. One Sheffield United fan wrote, “Absolutely heartbroken. One of my all-time favourite Blades. My favourite and best-ever number 2! You will be missed, Starman .”