GEORGE BALDOCK’S heartbreaking summer farewell message to Sheffield United fans has re-emerged after the star’s tragic death on Wednesday.
Baldock, 31, was found dead in a swimming pool at his home in Greece after joining Panathinaikos over the summer.
Police are now investigating the cause of Baldock’s death after his wife, who lives in England, alerted his landlord while struggling to contact him.
Baldock’s passing has come as a huge shock to the world of football, especially for former side Sheffield United.
He spent seven seasons playing for the Blades between 2017 and 2024, scoring six times in 219 games,
And in that time Baldock helped United get promoted to the Premier League on two separate occasions.
Indeed, the defender had only recently departed Bramall Lane for his new adventure in Greece.
And Baldock’s farewell message to fans has now re-emerged in the wake of his tragic death.
After agreeing a free transfer to Panathinaikos in May, Baldock said on the Blades’ X account: “To all you Sheffield United fans, it’s a huge thank-you from me.
“You’ve been absolutely amazing. Your support has been so much more than I ever expected. Like I said, you’re the best around.
“Keep supporting the team and the staff and hopefully the club can get back to where we all want it to be.
“I leave here as a massive fan of the club. Good luck and thank you.”
George Baldock career stats
George Baldock has tragically died aged 31
2009-2017 – MK Dons 125 games (2 goals)
2011 – Tamworth (loan) 3 (0)
2012 – IBV (loan) 18 (1)
2012 – Tamworth (loan) 15 (1)
2015-16 – Oxford United (loan) 47 (3)
2017-2024 – Sheffield United 219 (6)
2024 – Panathinaikos 4 (0)
Following the news of Baldock’s passing, United posted a tribute online.
It read: “Sheffield United Football Club is shocked and extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player George Baldock.
“The defender left the club in the summer after seven years at Bramall Lane and was extremely popular with supporters, staff and teammates 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.”
United’s owner Prince Abdullah added: “Devastating news, speechless — my condolences to his family and to all of us who loved him.”
