George Baldock, Sheffield United & Panathinaikos Soccer Star Athlete, Found Dead at 31 in Swimming Pool

George Baldock has sadly passed away.

The former Sheffield United defender died at the age of 31, and was found in the swimming pool of his house in Glyfada, Southern Athens, Greece, via BBC Sport.

George had joined the football team of Panathinaikos in the summer after seven years with Sheffield United.

“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 red and white shirt alongside him,” Sheffield United said in a statement.

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“The sincere condolences of everyone associated with Sheffield United are extended to George’s family and friends.”

The Greek Super League also issued a statement: “The entire Super League football family expresses its deep sorrow for the untimely loss of Panathinaikos and our national team footballer, George Baldock, and extends its deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.”

George started his career at MK Dons in 2009, playing over 100 times before joining Sheffield United in 2017. He made 219 appearances in all competitions for the club.

He was born in Buckingham, England but qualified for the Greece team through his grandmother.

Our thoughts are with George Baldock‘s loved ones at this difficult time. We have sadly lost many stars in 2024.