The family of former Sheffield United defender, George Baldock, has confirmed that he drowned while swimming in a pool at his home in Athens.
The family revealed the cause of his death in a statement on Friday.
The 31-year-old was found dead inside the pool on Wednesday night.
“We are heartbroken with the sudden passing of our beloved George.
“We can confirm that a post-mortem examination has found that George tragically drowned whilst swimming in the pool at his home in Glyfada, Athens,” the statement read in part.
Baldock had been scheduled to return to Sheffield this week to celebrate his son’s first birthday.
He began his career with MK Dons and played for seven years with Sheffield United, helping the Blades gain promotion to the Premier League twice.
George Baldock: Family confirms cause of death
