Former Premier League footballer George Baldock has died on the age of 31.
His explanation for demise stays unknown.
Baldock spent seven years at Sheffield United, having arrived from MK Dons in 2017.
He amassed over 200 appearances for the membership earlier than becoming a member of Greek aspect Panathinaikos earlier this 12 months.
In a put up on X, Sheffield United mentioned the membership is “shocked and extremely saddened” to study of his demise.
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It mentioned he was “extremely popular with supporters, staff and teammates” throughout his time at Bramall Lane.
Each Panathinaikos and the Greece nationwide staff blackened their profile footage on social media on Wednesday night.
The complete-back, who was not named within the Greece squad to face England on Thursday, featured in Sunday’s 0-0 draw with Olympiacos.
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Baldock earlier than a Euro 2024 qualifier in March. Pic: AP
The Greek Tremendous League mentioned in a put up: “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.”
England worldwide and former Sheffield United participant Harry Maguire posted “RIP” and a heartbreak emoji alongside a picture of Baldock on Instagram.
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Northampton City, the place Baldock had a mortgage spell in 2011, mentioned it was “deeply saddened”.
“George made five appearances in 2011 before playing for Oxford United and Sheffield United. Sending our sincerest condolences to George’s family and friends,” the membership’s assertion learn.
Born in England, however with Greek ancestry in his household, Baldock was satisfied by then-Greece head coach Gus Poyet to play for the nationwide staff and went on to earn 12 caps, final taking part in for his nation earlier this 12 months.
He additionally beforehand performed for Oxford United and Tamworth.
