Former QPR player Buzsaky confirms he is safe

WHAT HAPPENED
Reports from Hungary on Wednesday said former Queens Park Rangers midfielder Akos Buzsaky had been missing for more than a week and that police were searching for him. On Friday Buzsaky posted on Facebook to say he was safe, thanking people for their concern and explaining he had withdrawn from daily life amid personal changes.

QPR shared his Facebook message on X. In the post Buzsaky said his mother had contacted police over what he described as a misunderstanding, and that he ended his retreat and notified the authorities once he became aware of the situation.

KEY CONTEXT
- The 44-year-old spent five seasons with QPR at Loftus Road after joining the club on loan in 2007.
- During his time playing in the UK he also represented Plymouth, Portsmouth and Barnsley, scoring 33 goals in 243 appearances.

WHY IT MATTERS
The episode prompted public concern and a police search according to the initial reports, making the clarification from Buzsaky important for supporters and the clubs associated with his career. The club’s decision to circulate his message shows an attempt to reassure the public about the former player’s welfare.

WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- Any official updates from the police about the earlier reports.
- Further comment from Buzsaky or the clubs involved if they choose to provide more detail about the circumstances he described.

KEY FACTS
- Initial reports said Buzsaky had been missing for more than a week and police were looking for him.
- Buzsaky posted on Facebook on Friday confirming he is safe and thanking people for their concern.
- QPR reposted his message on X.
- He said his mother contacted police after a misunderstanding and that he informed authorities once he learned of that.
- Buzsaky is 44 and played five seasons for QPR after joining on loan in 2007; he scored 33 goals in 243 UK appearances and also played for Plymouth, Portsmouth and Barnsley.