Tributes have poured in overnight after news broke of the sudden passing of former Sheffield United defender George Baldock aged just 31.

The full-back played over 200 times for the Blades and won promotion to the Premier League twice, as well as taking in spells with the likes of Oxford United and Northampton Town.

A Greek international from Buckinghamshire, Baldock moved to Greek giants Panathinaikos in May and made his last appearance for the club last week before being found dead in his swimming pool on Wednesday.

His brother, Sam, spent three years with Reading and made nearly 75 appearances between 2018 and 2021, the two facing off against each other in the 2019 FA Cup at the SCL Stadium.

Reading Football Club sent their condolences, stating: "Everyone at Reading Football Club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of George Baldock.

"A brother to former Royal Sam, our thoughts are with George's family, friends and former colleagues at this difficult time."

Sheffield United Football Club, where Baldock spent seven years, have turned their social media profile black and said: "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 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."

England and Greece face each other at Wembley Stadium this evening, with the Greek FA requesting black armbands be worn.