The boy who grew up in Buckinghamshire became a hero at Bramall Lane - his death has left a club and city in shock

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says he has been left ‘stunned and numb’ following the tragic death of his former player George Baldock. The football world was left shocked on Wednesday when it emerged that Baldock, 31, passed away at his home in Athens after drowning while swimming in his pool.

Panathinaikos and Greece national team right back George Baldock has died at age 31. His former club, Sheffield United, along with the Greek Super League, announced his passing on Wednesday. The player was found dead in a swimming pool,