A Greek footballer has been found dead by police in his car aged 31. Authorities were searching for former Under-21 international Nikos Tsoumanis. (Νίκος Τσουμάνης)
But, sadly, the left-back had passed away by the time they discovered him in the vehicle on Tuesday morning.
The defender was near the Nea Krini port in Kalamaria, approximately six miles south-east of Thessaloniki.
He was taken to hospital but could not be revived.
According to Greek media, forensic and medical reports state the footballer died from suffocation.
Police will continue to investigate the incident and determine whether the death is suspicious.
Tsoumanis signed for Makedonikos this summer, returning to the club after coming through their academy as a youngster.
He also enjoyed spells at fellow Greek sides Aris, Apollon Kalamaria, Xanthi, Corfu, Panthrakikos and Veria during his journeyman career.
In total across his club career, he made 126 appearances, scoring four goals and adding three assists.
