Thursday, October 23, 2025 - Late footballer George Baldock reportedly left a £4million fortune to his baby son after drowning in a swimming pool at the age of 31.
The former Premier League defender was discovered
at his home in Athens in October 2024 after his worried partner was unable to
get hold of him for several hours.
There were no alcohol or drugs in his system, an
inquest into his death concluded, and the coroner recorded a verdict of
accidental de@th.
Baldock was set to fly home to England one day after his
tragic accident to celebrate his son Brody's first birthday, the hearing was
told.
Probate papers have now revealed the former Sheffield
United star left a staggering total of £5,781,399.
The net value of his estate was reduced to £4,091,003 once
his debts were settled.
Baldock passed away intestate, meaning he had not written a
will, and the money will automatically be handed to his next of kin.
Court papers seen by The Sun say his fortune will be
managed by his fiancée Annabel Dignam 'for the use and benefit of minor Brody
Baldock' until he reaches the age of 18.
After his de@th, the star's grieving family described being
in total 'shock' over the tragedy.
Despite being born in Buckinghamshire, Baldock played for
Greece 12 times after qualifying to represent the country through his
grandmother.
Annabel posted a heartbreaking tribute to her partner on
Instagram, writing: 'George, the love of my life, my soulmate.
'The perfect Dad to our beautiful boy. You completed me. You
were my world and I know we were yours.
'You are here with me in Brody's smile, giggle and
infectious personality. My world will never be the same but I will find a way
for Brody. I promise. I love you forever and always G. Your Neen. X.'
Baldock's partner reportedly tried to contact him for
several hours without a response, before she got in touch with the owner of his
villa in Glyfada, a suburb south of Athens.
After searching the suburban property, they found him in the
communal pool and called emergency services.
He was reportedly in the water for several hours before he
was found, according to images seen by the response unit.
Baldock's family also released a touching statement which
said: 'George, you were the most special father, fiance, son, brother, uncle,
friend, team-mate and person.
'Your enthusiasm and infectious personality brought so much
love to those that were fortunate enough to know you and those that adored you
from the stands.
'We will forever cherish the special memories we have of you
and you will continue to live on in your beautiful son.
'You were due to fly home today for us to celebrate his
first birthday together, but instead we mourn your loss.
'As a family it has been incredibly touching, but equally so
very difficult to read the huge number of tributes written by those that knew
George and from those whose life he touched.'
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