Tributes paid to former Sheffield United defender George Baldock
Fans say they are 'devastated' after the 31-year-olds death
Last updated 10th Oct 2024
Tributes are being paid to former Sheffield United defender George Baldock, who has died at the age of 31.
Greece international Baldock signed for Panathinaikos this summer after spending 7 years at Bramall Lane.
The Blades paid tribute to their "extremely popular" former player, who was reportedly found dead at his home in Athens.
"Sheffield United Football Club is shocked and extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player, George Baldock," a club statement read.
"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.
"The sincere condolences of everyone associated with Sheffield United are extended to George's family and friends."
Tributes are being paid from other football clubs, including Sheffield Wednesday:
England international and former Sheffield United player Harry Maguire posted "RIP" and a heartbreak emoji alongside an image of Baldock on Instagram, while ex-team-mate Dean Henderson posted "RIP Blades legend" on X along with a picture of the pair.
The FA have also posted their condolences:
A Super League Greece statement read:
"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."